Caladium pink queen (jiffy sized plant)

• Common Name: Pink Queen Caladium

• Scientific Name: Caladium bicolor ‘Pink Queen’

• Family: Araceae (Aroid family)

• Origin: Cultivated variety, likely from South American native species

• Type: Tuberous perennial grown for vibrant ornamental foliage

🍃 Appearance

• Leaves:

  • Bright hot pink to bubblegum pink centers

  • Veins are vivid dark pink or red, creating a dramatic contrast

  • Surrounded by a dark green border, which makes the pink pop even more

  • Heart-shaped, thin, and slightly translucent

• Size:

  • Grows up to 18–24 inches tall

  • Medium-spread, ideal for pots or garden borders

☀️ Light Requirements

• Indoors:

  • Prefers bright, indirect light

  • Can handle morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon rays

• Outdoors:

  • Partial shade to dappled sunlight

  • Too much direct sun can cause leaf burn, especially on the pink parts

💧 Watering & Humidity

• Watering:

  • Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy

  • Allow the top inch to dry slightly before watering again

  • Reduce watering during the plant’s dormant season

• Humidity:

  • Loves high humidity (60% or higher)

  • Use a pebble tray, misting, or humidifier indoors if needed

🌡️ Temperature

• Warm-growing plant; sensitive to cold

  • Ideal range: 21–30°C (70–86°F)

  • Avoid exposure below 15°C (59°F)

🪴 Soil & Potting

• Use light, well-draining soil

  • A mix of peat moss, perlite, and compost is ideal

• Choose pots with good drainage holes

• If planting outdoors, amend soil with organic matter

🌱 Propagation & Dormancy

• Propagation:

  • Divide tubers in early spring; each piece should have an “eye” (growth point)

• Dormancy:

  • Leaves die back in fall/winter (especially in cooler climates)

  • Store tubers in a cool, dry place until spring

  • Resume watering when new shoots appear

⚠️ Common Issues

• Scorched leaves: Too much direct sun

• Drooping/yellowing leaves: Overwatering or root rot

• Pests: Occasionally spider mites, mealybugs, or aphids

• Toxicity: Toxic if ingested — keep away from pets and children

🌟 Why Choose Caladium ‘Pink Queen’?

• A showstopper in any plant collection thanks to its bold pink foliage

• Adds vivid contrast to green-dominated spaces

• Ideal for patio pots, shade gardens, hanging baskets, or indoor décor

• A favorite in tropical and ornamental gardening circles