Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months to accommodate slower growth.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Philodendron gloriosum is a terrestrial aroid prized for its velvety, heart-shaped leaves with striking white or pale green venation.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged
75% intensity
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Toxic if ingested
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months to accommodate slower growth.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any yellowing or dead leaves. Use clean, sharp scissors or a knife. Pruning can also encourage bushier growth.
Remove any aerial roots that are excessively long or unsightly, but avoid removing too much foliage at once.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Each cutting should have at least one leaf and a node. Plant the cutting in moist potting mix and keep it in a warm, humid environment. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Alternatively, division of rhizomes can be used.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat, perlite, and bark. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Philodendron |
| Species | Philodendron gloriosum |
Similar in genus Philodendron
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