{"product_id":"philodendron-royal-queen-4","title":"Philodendron Royal Queen 4\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep, velvety foliage with a regal bearing — a dark beauty for curated interiors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePhilodendron Royal Queen\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking hybrid prized for its richly pigmented, near-black foliage with deep burgundy-green hues that shift with the light. A cultivar celebrated as much for its dramatic presence as for its vigorous, adaptable growth — it pairs as naturally in a minimalist loft as in a lush plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 4\" specimen arrives established and acclimated, with a healthy root system ready to push new growth. Each leaf unfurls in a warm copper-red before maturing to its signature deep, jewel-toned green-black — a spectacle in slow motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong\u003emedium to bright indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best color saturation and leaf depth develop in brighter filtered conditions. Tolerates lower light but growth slows and foliage color may fade. Avoid harsh direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e💧 Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the \u003cstrong\u003etop 1–2 inches of soil feel dry\u003c\/strong\u003e. Royal Queen appreciates consistent moisture during the growing season. Reduce frequency in winter. Always allow excess water to drain fully — never allow the pot to sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e💦 Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrives at \u003cstrong\u003e50–70% humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tolerates average household humidity better than many aroids, but elevated humidity encourages faster growth and lusher foliage. A humidifier or grouped plant arrangement works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep between \u003cstrong\u003e65–85°F (18–29°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F. Not frost tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Soil \u0026amp; Potting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a \u003cstrong\u003echunky, well-draining aroid mix\u003c\/strong\u003e: orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir in equal parts. Good aeration at the root zone is key to long-term vigor and rot prevention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🪴 Fertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced liquid fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e at half-strength every 3–4 weeks during spring and summer. Taper off in fall and winter. Flush soil every 2–3 months to prevent salt accumulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNaturally a \u003cstrong\u003eclimbing or trailing philodendron\u003c\/strong\u003e. Provide a moss pole or allow it to cascade from a shelf or hanging planter — both habits produce stunning results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Toxicity\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eToxic to \u003cstrong\u003epets and humans\u003c\/strong\u003e if ingested. Keep out of reach of children and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaf and Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47456618381483,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/5617\/6299\/files\/EC9C7BAB-553E-4D71-8559-688329A7782A.jpg?v=1789383252","url":"https:\/\/leafandreefplants.com\/products\/philodendron-royal-queen-4","provider":"Leaf and Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}