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Black Gold Philodendron | Philodendron melanochrysum
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Unit E1, 26 Sir Alfred Owen Way
Joe's Plant Place
Caerphilly CF83 3HU
United Kingdom
Plant Description
Description
Philodendron melanochrysum, commonly known as the Black Gold Philodendron, is a tropical climbing houseplant prized for its large, velvety, dark green leaves with contrasting golden-green veins. Young leaves often emerge with a bronze or copper tint before darkening as they mature. Its climbing growth habit makes it particularly suitable for moss poles and vertical supports, where it can develop impressive, elongated foliage.
PLANT CARE
Everything you need to know to keep your plant happy and thriving.
LIGHT
Medium Light
WATER
Moderate watering. Allow the top 2–4cm of compost to dry between waterings, then water thoroughly and allow excess water to drain away. Keep the compost lightly moist during active growth without allowing it to become waterlogged. Reduce watering during winter when growth slows.
SOIL
A free-draining, moisture-retentive aroid mix containing orchid bark, perlite, coco coir and houseplant compost. The mixture should provide good airflow around the roots while retaining sufficient moisture
REPOT
Repot approximately every 1–2 years, ideally during spring, or when the plant becomes noticeably rootbound. Move up only one pot size at a time. Provide a moss pole or suitable climbing support to encourage larger leaves and stronger vertical growth
HUMIDITY
High
DIFFICULTY
Medium
JOE'S TOP TIP
Position your Philodendron melanochrysum somewhere with bright, indirect light and high humidity. Provide a moss pole that its aerial roots can attach to. Keeping a suitable moss pole lightly moist can encourage root attachment and support the development of larger, more mature leaves. Maintain temperatures above approximately 16°C, avoiding cold draughts and sudden temperature changes.
COMMON MISTAKE
Allowing humidity to become too low or growing the plant without adequate climbing support. Low humidity can cause newly emerging leaves to become damaged or struggle to unfurl properly. Without support, the plant may continue producing smaller leaves rather than developing its mature climbing form.
WHEN TO COME BACK TO US
Bring it back (or a photo) in 6–8 weeks if you want: • Repotting advice • Help adding or extending a moss pole • Propagation advice • Guidance on increasing humidity • Help with damaged or stuck new leaves • A general plant health check
PLANT FACT
The name melanochrysum comes from Greek words referring to black and gold, describing the plant's dark, velvety foliage and contrasting golden veins. In its natural habitat, this Philodendron climbs trees using aerial roots. Mature leaves can become considerably larger than those produced by young plants grown without support.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
Colombia