Velvet philodendron
Philodendron gloriosum · Philodendrons · Arum family
Medium40–80cmNot pet-safe
Velvet philodendron care at a glance
Velvet philodendron (Philodendron gloriosum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 18–29 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–29 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Velvet philodendron
Possible pests on Velvet philodendron include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot. Velvet philodendron is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Aphids Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Medium
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Low
- Skin irritation from sap Low
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Frequently asked questions about Velvet philodendron
- Which pests affect Velvet philodendron?
- Possible pests on Velvet philodendron include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Velvet philodendron?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot.
- Is Velvet philodendron toxic to cats and dogs?
- Velvet philodendron is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Velvet philodendron need?
- Velvet philodendron has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Velvet philodendron need?
- Velvet philodendron prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Velvet philodendron frost-hardy?
- Velvet philodendron is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 15 °C.