Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

The Florida Ghost is the plant that makes collectors do a double-take. New leaves emerge a ghostly pale cream or white, then slowly deepen to green as they mature — so every unfurling leaf is a little reveal. Its deeply lobed, asymmetrical leaves are unlike anything else in the philodendron family, and as a hybrid of P. Squamiferum and P. Pedatum, it's genuinely one of a kind.

What I love about it:

• Light: Bright indirect light — keeps the pale new growth vivid and growth vigorous
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
• Humidity: Loves humidity — growth accelerates in humid environments
• Pet safety: Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested — keep out of reach
• Growth habit: Climbing viner — add a moss pole or totem to encourage larger, more dramatic leaves
• Difficulty: Intermediate — rewards a little extra humidity with spectacular foliage

Every new leaf is a surprise. The Florida Ghost is the rare collector's plant that earns its reputation. Bloom bold. Be cheeky.