Philodendron 'Pink Bikini' - 6cm pot / 15cm
Philodendron 'Pink Bikini' brings the blush to the jungle. Glossy foliage, pink-toned details and a palette that can shift as the leaves develop. It's the sort of plant that makes you lean in and say, 'Hang on, look at that.'
The pleasure here is the developing colour. Younger growth and more mature leaves can look different, with pink and cream markings varying through the plant. I like that you have to pay attention. A new leaf arrives and you get to find out what mood it's in.
This is a cultivated Philodendron selection, also sold under the name 'Birkin Pink'. Its tropical American family background gives it that rich aroid look, while its upright, self-heading growth gathers the foliage into a neat crown. A lovely option if you want colour and character without immediately negotiating a towering moss pole.
I would sit it among deep green leaves and let the pink details catch your eye. Bright, gentle light and warm, steady conditions will help it settle into the collection.
For anyone who thought their jungle could do with a little more flirtation. Go on, introduce yourself.
