Philodendron melanochrysum Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Philodendron melanochrysum, known as Black Gold Philodendron, is the most exotic perennial plant, with the shape of the leaves being velvety-textured. This climbing plant comes from South America, where the loamy soil has good humidity levels. Its ability to filter air is one of the main specialties of this black gold philodendron.
Common Name |
Black Gold Philodendron
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
Perennials
Shrubs
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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philodendron melanochrysum
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Philodendron melanochrysum Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron melanochrysum.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron melanochrysum needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron melanochrysum needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Philodendron melanochrysum Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron melanochrysum to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Philodendron melanochrysum prefers High humidity levels, between 60% and 80%. |
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Philodendron melanochrysum Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron melanochrysum. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Philodendron melanochrysum plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Philodendron melanochrysum Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron melanochrysum plant. |
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Maximum Height |
144 Inches or
4 meters
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Spread |
96 Inches or
3 meters
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Color |
Green
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron melanochrysum toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendrons can be toxic to pets and humans if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Patio And Containers
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Philodendron melanochrysum Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron melanochrysum, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
summer
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Philodendron melanochrysum Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron melanochrysum plant originated. |
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Country |
United States of America (the)
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Specific Location
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This plant grows in South America. |
