If you know about Philodendron Birkin, don’t worry this article helps you. Hundreds of Philodendron species and they are new for some years so these beautiful hybrid Philodendron variety is slow growing and easy to care houseplant. White or yellow streaks of the green leaves is the rare mutation of the hybrid Philodendron ‘Rojo Congo’. It is a Spontaneous chimeras mutation which mutates is located near the crest of the apical dome, where all other cells are replicate by mutated type.
Philodendron Birkin prefers:
- Scientific name – Philodendron Birkin
- Family – Araceae
- Plant type – Perennial
- Temperature – 65 to 85° Fahrenheit
- Sun exposure – Indirect sunlight
- Humidity – 40% – 70%
- Soil type – Well-drained
- Native area – Central America
- Bloom time – May to July
- Length – 3 ft tall,3 ft wide
How to care Philodendron Birkin ?
Easy to grow indoor plants, Philodendron Birkin are best for beginners. But that doesn’t mean you can neglect them so Philodendron Birkin also need bright, indirect light, appropriate temperature, fertilizer, moisture, soil, water. If you overwatered and over fertilizer use they can’t be alive. I will share my 10 years experience about Philodendron Birkin.
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Light
A important thing is that Philodendron Birkin don’t need direct sunlight. East or west facing window with bright indirect sun light it works well. They need about 12 hours indirect sunlight to maintain the white stripes on the leaves. If your plants begins to have long and skinny stems with long gaps between the leaves, that’s mean your Philodendron not getting enough light and should be moved to a brighter area.
Temperature and humidity
They are grow will in ideal temperature between 65 ° to 85 ° fahrenheit. If anything of that range can effect on Philodendron Birkin health. These tropical plant prefers warmth temperature, if your home environment is dry so this plant don’t be good choice. They cannot tolerate lower then 60°f without their growth can stop.
Philodendron Birkin prefers humidity levels between 50 to 60%. If your environment has particularly dry air boost humidity for this plant grow best. A good place to keep them is in a bathroom window ,where they will get both sunlight and humidifier. This plant is humidity lover so keep them, misting every few days must.
Water
If you notice the leaves are dropping, it could be a sign of you are not watering your Philodendron Birkin properly. The plant does not like to be soggy and overwatering could quickly kill your Philodendron plant. Water one to two times a week but be sure the top inch soil is dry before watering. During Spring and Summer, water Philodendron with a generous soak once every week for active growth.
Soil
A organic mix soil, your plant getting the nutrients it needs from natural sources. To make own organic potting mix for Philodendron Birkin, combine one part pear moss or coco coir with one part pertile and one part compost. The compost provides good air circulation and your plant grow faster. This plant grows in a fertile, well draining , aerated soil mixture.
Fertilizer
Basically, Philodendron Birkin is not essential regular fertilize. It is a good idea for fertilize the plant once a month when the growing season. If you can use balance fertilize ratio of 10-10-10, its best for Philodendron Birkin. Any liquid houseplant fertilizer, dilute to half strength, apply it directly to the soil surface.
How to Propagate your Philodendron Birkin plant
Philodendron Birkin can be propagating by stem cutting. Spring or Summer when their activite growing season take this method. Cuts the mature stems with leave nodes and put them in other water or soil. Following the steps to propagate your Philodendron Birkin :
1. Find out the area where you will cut the stem of the plant. After cutting have 2 to 3 leaves and nodes at the bottom.
2. Using Sharp and sterilized scissors or knife for cut the stem.
3. Cutting stems to allow 12 to 24 hours for callous over.
4. After the calloused placed the stem in water and put in also bright, indirect light where they receive this .
5. Two to three weeks after you should notice a new roots sprouting from the cutting.
6. The roots have grown to at least 1 inch in length, use a well draining soil, foliage, liquid fertilizer, humidity, temperature to grow a new Philodendron Birkin plant.
Pruning of Philodendron birkin plant that make healthier
Philodendron birkin plant is a slow-growing does not have any demanding pruning requirement. Just remove any damaged or older leaves so all the energy is directed. Pruning is the essential part of its care that keeps your plant healthy and encourage lush growth. It helps the plant conserve energy and produce more prolific and larger flowers. Use clean, sharp pruners and cut just below a node. It is preferably in early Spring to encourage healthy new growth and improve airflow.
Facing some common problem of Philodendron Birkin plant
- The most common problem is yellow leaves, it can signs that over watering or under watering. Overwatering can lead to which can kill your plant. Ensure your plant’s pot has adequate drainage and reduce watering frequency.
- Excessive amount fertiliser can lead to a build up of chemicals in the soil and damaging the plant’s roots. It causing drooping leaves with brown tips. To be care fertilize your philodendron birkin only once a month during the growing season and every six weeks in the winter.
- Another common problem is brown tips on philodendron leaves caused by low humidity. Increase humidity by misting the leaves, using a humidifier.
Benefits of Philodendron Birkin plant
Air purification
Philodendron Birkin is known to remove toxins from the air and making a great air purifier in your home. It is a slow growing plant that can reach up to 3 feet tall indoors if well cared for. This plant brings light of your life which represents great abundance and luck. Despite its rarity, the Philodendron Birkin is relatively easy to look after and will make a welcome addition to stylish interior.
Harmful
This plant contain Calcium oxalate ( CaCo2) crystals which are toxic to humans, dogs, cats and other animals. This plant is only toxic when the leaves and stems have been chewed on. Calcium oxalate can be absorbed into the bloodstream and deposit as a crystal in the organ and causes problems.
Philodendron Birkin plant Faq
1. Is philodendron birkin rare?
Ans. No, philodendron birkin is not rare. It consider rare plant because of demand was high and supply was low.
2. What is this that appeared in my philodendron birkin?
Ans. Birkin is a mutation of the philodendron rojo congo. The reddish leaves are the plant thinking about reverting and sometimes they do that permanently.