house plants from colombia Philodendron sp Colombia

house plants from colombia Philodendron sp ColombiaPhilodendron sp. Colombia A terrestrial creeper from the Colombian rainforest circulating in the collector trade under its geographic provisional name, also known as Philodendron sp. 'Silver' for the metallic sheen its large, broadly heart shaped leaves develop in good indirect light. It grows via horizontal rhizome rather than climbing, producing progressively larger leaves with deeply impressed primary venation and a rich deep green surface. Light:

Philodendron sp. Colombia 

A terrestrial creeper from the Colombian rainforest circulating in the collector trade under its geographic provisional name, also known as Philodendron sp. 'Silver' for the metallic sheen its large, broadly heart-shaped leaves develop in good indirect light. It grows via horizontal rhizome rather than climbing, producing progressively larger leaves with deeply impressed primary venation and a rich deep green surface. 

• Light: Bright indirect light supports the best leaf size, deepest vein definition, and most vivid silvery sheen. Tolerates moderate light but produces smaller leaves in dimmer conditions.

• Soil: Chunky, well-draining aroid mix rich in organic matter — orchid bark, coco coir, and perlite; as a terrestrial, slightly more moisture-retentive than strictly epiphytic species.

• Temperature/Humidity: Warm temperatures between 65-80°F; humidity of 60-80% supports the best leaf quality. Avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 60°F.

• Watering: Allow the medium to approach dryness between waterings but do not allow to dry out completely. Water thoroughly and drain fully; never waterlog.

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks during active growth; supplement with calcium and magnesium for the best leaf quality and vein definition. Reduce in winter.