{"product_id":"philodendron-black-cardinal-mint-variegated","title":"Philodendron Black Cardinal Mint Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003eA variegated form of \u003cem\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Cardinal' — a self-heading \u003cem\u003eerubescens\u003c\/em\u003e-type hybrid known for its dark burgundy-black mature leaves and compact, non-climbing habit. As seen in these plants, new leaves emerge in warm salmon-orange and coppery tones, deepening through bronze to dark burgundy-green at maturity, carried on reddish petioles. The mint variegation adds lighter green and cream tones to the foliage, each leaf uniquely patterned. 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 important for maintaining the variegation and color development; insufficient light causes reversion, while direct sun scorches the leaves and lighter 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 in a wide pot; 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. Avoid cold drafts below 60°F.\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 — variegated forms are more sensitive to root stress.\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; reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PLANTAMANI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51164125036709,"sku":"04PHILblackcardinalmint","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/PXL_20261111_1709039771.png?v=1794457956","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/philodendron-black-cardinal-mint-variegated","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}