{"product_id":"black-gold-philodendron-philodendron-melanochrysum","title":"Black Gold Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum)","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDark, velvety and a bit of a show-off.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Black Gold Philodendron is one of those plants you can't help but stop and admire. Its gorgeous, heart-shaped leaves have a rich, almost black-green velvet finish, with striking golden veins that catch the light beautifully. New leaves often emerge with warm bronze tones before deepening into that signature dark green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAnd here's where it gets interesting. This tropical climber can develop seriously impressive foliage as it matures, with leaves becoming longer and more dramatic when given something to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA little bit fancy? Absolutely. Worth the attention? Every bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Loves bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sunshine, which can scorch its delicate, velvety leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Allow the top few centimetres of compost to dry between waterings. Keep lightly moist during active growth, but never waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Happiest around 18–27°C. Keep away from cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Appreciates higher humidity, ideally around 60% or above. A humidifier can help keep those gorgeous leaves looking their best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed\u003c\/strong\u003e: Feed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted, balanced houseplant fertiliser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eMeet Your Plant\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long, heart-shaped, velvety dark green leaves with contrasting golden-green veins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e: A climbing Philodendron that produces increasingly impressive foliage as it matures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fresh leaves often emerge in beautiful bronze or coppery shades before darkening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimbing Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benefits from a moss pole or suitable support to encourage larger, mature leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to cats and dogs if eaten due to calcium oxalate crystals. Keep away from curious pets and children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Gold Philodendron, Velvet Leaf Philodendron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Philodendron melanochrysum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Memento Belfast","offers":[{"title":"12cm x 30cm","offer_id":63958426943818,"sku":null,"price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/0567\/7130\/files\/Philodendrononpinkplinth.png?v=1792220242","url":"https:\/\/mementobelfast.com\/products\/black-gold-philodendron-philodendron-melanochrysum","provider":"Memento Belfast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}