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Philodendron melanochrysum

Also Known As

Black Gold Philodendron

Plant type

perennial, vine, aroid

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

10a-12

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Philodendron melanochrysum plant details

Philodendron melanochrysum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with black, chocolate, gold and green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philodendron melanochrysum

Plant type: perennial aroid vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen black, chocolate, gold and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, container plant, exotic, houseplant, tropical, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philodendron melanochrysum

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Philodendron melanochrysum, deemed the Black-Gold Philodendron, is a rare, upright climbing houseplant variety. The exquisite leaves emerge an iridescent golden color before fading to a luscious velvety black. This is a must have for houseplant foliage enthusiasts.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Black Gold is a spectacular vining philodendron that when mature produces 2' long leaves of iridescent black-green with pale green veins. A native of the tropical Americas, its juvenile form creeps along the jungle floor and has small 2-4" round leaves. Once it begins to climb a tree or other vertical object, the leaves increase in size and come into their full glory. This philodendron needs 4-5' of vertical growing space to develop into its mature form. Black Gold Philodendron prefers to be grown in warm temperatures and indirect lighting near a window. We are shipping plants in the juvenile form.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

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Gardening facts about Philodendron melanochrysum plant

How to Grow Philodendron melanochrysum

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant