Gloriosum Philodendron

 The plant photos shown are our stock images used to represent the general appearance, size, and quality of the plant you’ll receive. Please remember that each plant is unique—natural variations in color, shape, and size are completely normal!

Light

• Loves bright, indirect light.

• Can handle medium light, but leaves may grow smaller and leggier.

• Avoid direct harsh sun — it’ll scorch those velvety leaves.

 Water

• Keep soil lightly moist but never soggy.

• Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry before watering again.

• Overwatering = yellow leaves and root rot (a big risk with crawlers).

• Underwatering = droopy, crispy edges.

 Soil

• Needs a chunky, airy, well-draining mix.

• Recipe idea: potting soil + orchid bark + perlite + coco coir + a touch of charcoal.

• Think “fluffy but moisture-retentive.”

 Temperature & Humidity

• Happy in 65–85°F (18–29°C).

• Prefers 60–80% humidity — it’s a tropical babe.

• Lower humidity can cause crispy edges, especially on newer leaves.

 Growth Habit

• Crawler, not a climber.

• Plant it in a wide, shallow pot so the rhizome can creep along the surface.

• Don’t bury the rhizome — keep it just above soil level so it doesn’t rot.

 Pruning & Propagation

• Prune only to remove damaged or yellowing leaves.

• To propagate:

  1. Cut a section of rhizome with at least one node + leaf.

  2. Let the cut callus for a day.

  3. Plant in a moist, airy substrate (sphagnum moss or soil mix).

• Keep warm and humid until it roots.

 Feeding

• Fertilize every 4–6 weeks in spring/summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength.

• Reduce feeding in fall/winter.

 Common Issues

• Yellow leaves → overwatering or poor drainage.

• Brown, crispy edges → low humidity or underwatering.

• Leggy growth / small leaves → not enough light.

• Rhizome rot → buried too deep or kept too wet.