Philodendron Micans (velvet Philodendron) H15 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it better to grow Philodendron Micans hanging or on a stake? On a moist foam stake, it produces noticeably larger and more velvety leaves than when trailing — choose hanging for a cascading effect, staking for spectacular leaves.
How often should you water a Philodendron Micans? About once a week in summer and every two weeks in winter, letting the top 3 to 5 centimeters of soil dry out between waterings.
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
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- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
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The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Velvety green and bronze foliage • 🎨 Iridescent copper highlights • 🌤️ Indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • ✨ Easy care • 📏 H15 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
The Philodendron Micans, also called Velvet Philodendron, is a climbing or trailing tropical plant with heart-shaped leaves featuring a unique velvety texture - dark green with bronze and copper highlights that change depending on the angle of the light. This iridescent foliage, rare in the plant world, gives it a sophisticated presence in any arrangement.
Native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, it belongs to the Philodendron family, standing out for its unique velvety texture and versatile growth habit - climbing up a support or trailing freely from a shelf. Its stems lengthen quickly, making it one of the most dynamic plants in our trailing and decorative selection.
Which Philodendron variety should you choose?
The Philodendron genus offers immense diversity in shapes, colors, and textures. Here's how Micans fits into the range:
- Philodendron Micans (this plant) - velvety green and bronze heart-shaped leaves, iridescent copper highlights, climbing or trailing, H15 cm. The most velvety and warmest.
- Philodendron Imperial Red - deep red foliage, burgundy young leaves, compact non-climbing growth. The most colorful.
- Philodendron Birkin - dark green foliage streaked with white, compact growth, H25 cm. The most graphic.
- Philodendron Selloum Atom - compact, deeply divided foliage, bushy growth, H25 cm. The most divided in a small format.
- Philodendron Melanochrysum - dark green velvety foliage with light veins, climbing, H75 cm. The largest velvety variety.
- Philodendron White Princess - white and green variegated foliage, rare. The most sought-after variegated variety.
- Philodendron Billietiae - elongated foliage with orange petioles, climbing, H25 cm. The most original petiole color.
Micans is the only Philodendron in the catalog to combine a velvety texture with iridescent copper highlights - a tactile and visual uniqueness that no other variety can replicate.
Exposure & placement
Philodendron Micans appreciates bright indirect light to preserve the intensity of its bronze and copper reflections. In insufficient light, the leaves become elongated and lose their iridescence, becoming a more uniform green. Every room offers different conditions: some plants adapt better to each room.
- Ideal exposure: bright indirect light - an east- or west-facing window, less than 2 m from a window with exposure.
- Tolerates: partial shade, filtered light.
- Avoid: direct sun, which burns the leaves and fades the copper reflections.
- Temperature: 18–27 °C, away from draughts and sudden changes.
- Substrate: light and well-draining - universal potting soil with perlite.
Every plant is unique: the intensity of the bronze and copper reflections naturally varies depending on the light it receives and the season.
Watering & care
Philodendron Micans prefers slightly moist but never waterlogged soil - excess water is the main cause of yellowing foliage. Check with the finger method: water only when the first 3 to 5 centimetres are dry.
- Watering: moderate - let the top 3–5 cm dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: approximately once a week in spring and summer; every 2 weeks in winter.
- Water: water at room temperature.
- Humidity: mist occasionally or group it with other plants to create a humid microclimate.
- Drainage: essential - a drainage hole is mandatory, and the saucer must be emptied after watering.
- Fertilizer: liquid fertilizer for green plants, once a month in spring and summer.
Every plant is unique: watering frequency naturally varies depending on the pot size, room temperature, and season.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
The bronze and copper reflections of Philodendron Micans bring a natural warmth that few classic green plants offer - it plays with warm tones while remaining understated. An ideal foundation for a tropical atmosphere.
- In a cascading hanging display: left to trail freely, it produces long, velvety, highly decorative stems from a shelf - place it in a natural jute decorative pot whose fibrous texture echoes the velvety foliage.
- In a jungle arrangement on a support: pair it with an Alocasia and a Monstera — the Micans' velvety bronze leaves add visual warmth that balances the large, glossy green foliage.
- For textural contrast: pair it with a Philodendron Birkin — the Birkin's crisp white stripes contrast with the Micans' iridescent velvet texture within the same plant family.
- Decorative pot and color palette: the bronze and copper tones stand out particularly well against a ochre ceramic Gabriel decorative pot — a warm harmony between the terracotta and the coppery reflection of the foliage.
Verdeia tips
- Install a moss pole to produce larger leaves: by climbing a damp support, Philodendron Micans produces noticeably larger, more velvety leaves than when trailing — the difference is spectacular after a few months.
- Gently wipe the velvety leaves: unlike smooth leaves, velvety leaves do not tolerate a conventional damp cloth — use a soft brush or a stream of air to remove dust without damaging the texture.
- Pinch the stem tips to make the plant bushier: cutting the apex of overly long stems encourages branching and creates a more compact, bushy habit — the cuttings root easily in water.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Philodendron hederaceum var. hederaceum 'Micans'
- Common name: Velvet philodendron
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: Central and South America
- Dimensions: H15 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
- Mature size: stems up to 100–150 cm (climbing or trailing)
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade
- Watering: moderate — let the top 3–5 cm dry out between waterings
- Care: easy
- Growth: fast
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Habit: climbing or trailing, depending on how it is trained
- Decorative style: Sophisticated / Tropical / Urban jungle
- Distinctive feature: velvety green and bronze foliage with iridescent copper highlights, climbing or trailing habit, fast growth
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the bronze and copper highlights and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on light levels and the season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.