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Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated'
Pink Variegated Atabapoense Philodendron
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Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated' Morphology
About Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated'
Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated' is a climbing aroid native to the Amazonas region of Venezuela. The trade consistently calls this colour break ‘Pink Variegated’ rather than a generic ‘Variegated’, since a soft rose-pink is the dominant, defining tone rather than an incidental accent. It has elongated sagittate to hastate leaves with subtle posterior lobes and a smooth green petiole, showing sectoral and marbled variegation that combines pink with secondary cream and mint tones; new leaves emerge with a pronounced coral-pink blush. It needs warmth, high humidity, bright indirect light, and a vertical support to grow well.
Native Range
Venezuela
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- Check that roots are firm and white to tan — avoid plants with black, slimy, or absent roots
- Verify the variegation pattern extends into new emerging growth — if the newest leaf is fully green, the plant may be reverting
- Inspect leaf undersides for thrips (silvery stippling) and mealybugs (white cottony residue at leaf bases)
- On eBay, compare the listed plant to multiple recent sold comps to confirm the asking price is realistic for the variegation level shown
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated'
4-8 months
Cultivar character is preserved through vegetative cuttings
Single-node cuttings root readily in moist sphagnum or water. Maintain 70%+ humidity and bottom warmth for best results.
Care Guide
Philodendron atabapoense 'Pink Variegated' Care Guide & Growing Conditions
High-porosity mix: 50% perlite, 30% orchid bark, 20% coco coir. Good aeration is essential — philodendrons are prone to root rot in dense substrates.
Water thoroughly when the top 3–4 cm of substrate is dry. Ensure free drainage and never allow to sit in water. Reduce frequency in winter.
60–80% preferred. UK tap water can cause brown tips — use rainwater or filtered water where possible.
Balanced liquid fertiliser (e.g. 20-20-20) at quarter strength every two weeks in spring and summer. Monthly at most in winter.
Every 12–18 months or when roots circle the base of the pot. Move up one pot size only — oversized pots increase rot risk.
Common Problems
Brown leaf tips
Low humidity or fluoride/chlorine in tap water
Increase ambient humidity and switch to rainwater or filtered water
Yellow leaves
Overwatering or compacted substrate
Allow substrate to dry further between waterings; check root health and repot if necessary
Leggy growth with small leaves
Insufficient light
Move to a brighter position with more indirect light
The Pink-Blushed Giant of Amazonas
Philodendron atabapoense, native to the Rio Atabapo region in Venezuela, is famous for its long, narrow, strap-like leaves with reddish-purple backs. The variegated cultivar features splashes of cream, mint, and soft pink, with new leaves emerging in a coral-pink blush. The long petioles and narrow leaf shape allow the plant to scale trees rapidly in search of light, while the anthocyanin-rich undersides capture backscattered light, a key adaptative trait described in neotropical hemi-epiphyte studies.
