Ep. 52 - Philodendron gloriosum

Plant Profile

Want to get those high-end Aroid feelings without all the work?

We have an Aroid for you. Philodendron gloriosum has everything: Heart shaped leaves. Velvety green foliage. White veins. Rapid growth. Undemanding care requirements. Is this the BEST exotic Philodendron for home-growing? Matthew reveals that he showers with this plant. Should we call someone about that?

Mentioned in this episode:

• the Aroid substrate we use

• terrestrial Aroids that creep along the ground instead of climbing or trailing

• similar species

The above photos show how well this plant has grown for Matthew since he received it in September 2019. The cover photo shows it in June 2020.

Below is a similar species, Philodendron pastazanum, that Matthew was not terribly kind to in this episode - but since then, this plant has gone on to impress him, and become as cherished as P. gloriosum.