About

Philodendron gloriosum, the glorious philodendron, is a creeping, terrestrial philodendron producing large, heart-shaped, velvety, dark-green leaves with stunning white or pale-pink venation. One of the most sought-after philodendrons for a warm, humid, shaded heated greenhouse or conservatory.

About the genus

Philodendron are mostly large, tropical, evergreen perennials or climbers with very large, often deeply lobed or divided, glossy leaves. Among the most dramatic of all tropical foliage plants, grown in heated glasshouses, conservatories and as houseplants.

Plant details

Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in fertile, well-drained soil. Provide support.
PruningTrain and prune after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.