{"product_id":"philodendron-billietiae-variegated-exact-plant-selection","title":"Philodendron Billietiae Variegated - Exact Plant Selection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilodendron Billietiae Variegated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA variegated form of \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron billietiae\u003c\/em\u003e — the hemiepiphytic climber native to Brazil, Guyana, and French Guiana, known for its long, narrow, elongated paddle-shaped leaves with wavy margins and vivid bright orange to golden-yellow petioles. The variegated form adds bold cream, yellow, and lime-green sectors and marbling across the deep green leaves, each uniquely patterned, with the vivid orange petioles providing striking contrast. A vigorous climber that produces progressively larger leaves with vertical support. Variegation is unpredictable across successive leaves and slower-growing than the standard form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light is critical for the variegated form — brighter than for standard billietiae, as the reduced chlorophyll requires more light energy; insufficient light causes reversion toward green. Avoid direct harsh sun which scorches the cream sectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chunky, well-draining aroid mix of orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir; excellent drainage essential. Never waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm temperatures between 65-82°F; humidity of 60-70% supports the best leaf quality and color expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top 1-2\" of medium to dry between waterings; water thoroughly and drain completely. Never waterlog — the variegated form is notably susceptible to root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks during active growth; consistent feeding supports growth across the reduced-chlorophyll sectors. Reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PLANTAMANI","offers":[{"title":"34A","offer_id":48180632780965,"sku":"04PHILbillie_var_34A","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34B","offer_id":48180633764005,"sku":"04PHILbillie_var_34B","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34C","offer_id":48180633796773,"sku":"04PHILbillie_var_34C","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34D","offer_id":48180633829541,"sku":"04PHILbillie_var_34D","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34E","offer_id":48180633862309,"sku":"04PHILbillie_var_34E","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/bil34a.jpg?v=1787633482","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/philodendron-billietiae-variegated-exact-plant-selection","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}