Philodendron Melanochrysum — Ø21 cm — H75 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Bright indirect light. Provide a moist moss pole to help it develop larger leaves.
Is it a toxic plant? Yes, it is toxic to pets.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
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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Philodendron melanochrysum — Ø21 cm — H75 cm
🌿 Spectacular dark green velvety foliage • 🎨 Elegant light veins • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌱 Easy to care for • 💨 Air-purifying plant • 🐾 Toxic to pets
The Philodendron melanochrysum is a rare and spectacular indoor plant known for its dark green velvety foliage with light veins that adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to your urban jungle. This fascinating plant features large heart-shaped leaves with a unique velvety texture and silver veins that create a luxurious and refined effect.
Native to the tropical forests of Colombia, the Philodendron melanochrysum is a plant from the Araceae family that naturally grows climbing on trees in humid understories. This variety is particularly appreciated for its spectacular velvety foliage that brightens spaces and its ease of care. With its height of 75 cm and pot diameter of 21 cm, it is perfect for living rooms, offices, bedrooms, or as a statement plant in your urban jungle. As a bonus, the Philodendron is a recognized air-purifying plant known to cleanse the air by removing formaldehyde and benzene.
Which Philodendron variety to choose?
The Philodendron genus offers an immense diversity of shapes, colors, and textures. Here is how the Philodendron melanochrysum stands out from other varieties in our catalog:
- Philodendron melanochrysum (this plant): spectacular dark green velvety foliage, elegant light veins, large size (75 cm). Velvety XXL version.
- Philodendron Birkin: dark green foliage with white stripes, graphic and elegant, compact. Graphic variegated version.
- Philodendron Sodiroi: spectacular silver variegated foliage, climbing. Rare silver version.
- Philodendron White Princess: white and green variegated foliage, rare and spectacular. White variegated version.
- Philodendron Diamond Variegata: variegated green and cream foliage, elegant marbling, rare. Rare variegated version.
- Philodendron Prince of Orange: bright orange foliage, young leaves vivid orange. Bright orange version.
- Philodendron Billietiae: elongated foliage with orange petioles, climbing, rare. Rare orange version.
- Philodendron Green Princess: soft green foliage, compact habit, easy. Classic green version.
- Philodendron Selloum Atom: compact cut green foliage, bushy habit, small size. Compact cut version.
Why choose the Philodendron melanochrysum? If you are looking for a Philodendron with spectacular dark green velvety foliage and elegant light veins that bring a touch of sophistication and elegance, the melanochrysum is the perfect choice. It is a rare and highly sought-after collector's plant.
Exposure & placement
The Philodendron melanochrysum appreciates bright indirect light to maintain its velvety, vibrant foliage. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a bright location for optimal growth.
- Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight.
- Ideal: bright living room, office, bedroom, or room with window without direct sun.
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, without sudden changes.
- Substrate: light, rich, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.
Verdeia tip: the Philodendron melanochrysum is a climbing plant that appreciates a stake or support to develop large spectacular leaves.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate; let the top 3-5 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
- Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
- Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
- Humidity: enjoys 60-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
- Cleaning: gently wipe large leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their velvety texture.
The Philodendron prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes leaves to yellow.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its spectacular dark green velvety foliage and elegant light veins, the Philodendron melanochrysum adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to your urban jungle. It creates a luxurious and refined focal point.
- To pair with: Monstera, Alocasia, Calathea, Ficus, or other plants with graphic foliage to create an elegant and sophisticated urban jungle.
- Ideal pot: decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, black, terracotta) or woven basket to highlight the velvety foliage.
- Atmosphere: perfect as a statement plant in a living room, office, bedroom, or entryway to bring a touch of sophistication.
The dark green velvety foliage creates a luxurious and refined effect that adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to your plant decor.
Verdeia Tips
- Give it bright indirect light: to keep its velvety foliage vibrant and radiant.
- Gently wipe the large leaves: to preserve their spectacular velvety texture.
- Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
- Set up a stake or support: to encourage the growth of large spectacular leaves.
- Enjoy its rarity: the Philodendron melanochrysum is a rare and spectacular collectible plant.
A true tropical gem, the Philodendron melanochrysum captivates with its spectacular dark green velvety foliage and elegant light veins. A rare plant ideal for bringing sophistication and elegance to your urban jungle.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Philodendron melanochrysum
- Common name: Philodendron melanochrysum, Black Gold Philodendron
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: tropical forests of Colombia
- Dimensions at delivery: Ø21 × H75 cm
- Adult size: up to 150–200 cm indoors with support
- Exposure: bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct sunlight
- Watering: moderate, let the top 3-5 cm dry between waterings
- Care: easy (perfect for beginners)
- Toxicity for pets: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
- Decorative style: Rare / Velvety / Sophisticated
- Particularity: spectacular dark green velvety foliage, elegant light veins, climbing plant, rare collectible plant, air-purifying plant, easy to care for, moderate growth
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The velvety texture and foliage density naturally vary according to the plant's age.
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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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
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.