Light: Indirect
Choose a bright position with filtered or indirect light. Protect from harsh direct summer sun. Only use lower light where the individual plant’s care profile says it is tolerated.
Memento Belfast
Black Gold Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum)
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Velvet leaves. Very good taste.
Deep green foliage and pale contrasting veins give Black Gold plenty of presence. This Philodendron grows as a climber, with larger leaves developing as it matures. Give it a bright, sheltered spot and room to grow upwards.
Meet Your Plant
- Botanical name: Philodendron melanochrysum.
- Growth: Climbing; provide suitable support as it grows.
- Safety: Harmful if eaten. Keep away from pets and children. Sap may irritate skin or eyes; wear gloves when handling.
Plant Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Protect from harsh direct sun.
- Watering: Let the surface of the compost begin to dry before watering, then drain fully. Water less when growth slows.
- Humidity: Keep conditions steady and protect from drying heat.
- Temperature: Keep warm and avoid temperatures below 15°C.
- Feed: Use a suitable houseplant feed during active growth, following the product directions.
- Soil: An airy, well-drained houseplant mix.
What You Get
One living Black Gold Philodendron. Leaf size and colour vary with age and growing conditions.
Good To Know
How not to kill your Black Gold Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum)
We've created a personalised Grow Guide for your Black Gold Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum). Just follow this easy guide and you & your new leafy mate will be loving life together!
Watering: Moderate
Check the compost before watering. Water when the upper layer begins to dry, then let excess water drain away. Adjust to the plant, pot, light and season.
Humidity: Normal
Atmospherics? I'm really not that bothered, actually. Just your everyday household humidity is fine. No extra attention required, thanks, so don't be comin' at me with that spritzer!
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