Philodendron Gigas - Velvet Leaf Climber

Discover the unique charm of the Philodendron Gigas, a standout aroid renowned for its striking elongated, velvet-like leaves. Ideal for plant collectors and indoor gardening enthusiasts, this climbing plant delights with leaves that grow increasingly larger as it climbs, offering both a visual treat and a rewarding challenge as each new leaf unfurls.

Why Choose Philodendron Gigas?

• Exquisite Leaf Texture: Experience the shimmery velvet texture with expansive, elongated leaves that transition from deep amber to lush olive green as they age.
• Dynamic Growth: Celebrated for its impressive leaf growth, this aroid provides the exciting opportunity to observe and nurture each new leaf, challenging and rewarding gardeners who aim to achieve its maximum leaf size.
• Traditionally Propagated: Unlike many commercially available variants propagated through tissue culture, our Philodendron Gigas plants are propagated in house via traditional methods. The mother plant was obtained years ago, originally from a private collection in far north Queensland.

Care Instructions:

Caring for your Philodendron Gigas is straightforward, yet engaging, perfect for both novice and seasoned plant collectors.

• Soil Needs: Opt for well-draining soil, allowing it to partially dry out between waterings to promote healthy root growth.
• Lighting: Thrives in bright, indirect light. For optimal growth, place it near a south-facing window or slightly away from a north-facing window to avoid harsh direct sunlight. East and west-facing windows are also suitable, offering gentler morning or afternoon sun exposure.
• Support Growth: Encourage spectacular leaf development with a moss pole, reflecting its natural inclination to climb, with leaves known to reach up to 120 cm in the wild.

What to Expect

The Philodendron Gigas you receive will closely resemble the plant depicted in our images.

Add to cart to bring this exotic climber into your home.

Pot Size

68 mm square pot

Growing Medium

Soil

Shipping

This plant will be sent in its plastic growing pot

We only ship plants on Mondays. Please order before 2pm on Sunday to ensure your plant will be sent the following Monday. Orders placed after this time MIGHT not be shipped untill the following week.

We only ship plants to non-quarantine states (sorry sorry WA, TAS and NT residents). Shipping of plants is capped at $18.00 per order. This includes the packing materials and labour times. We use recycled packing where possible to reduce our waste and keep cost down, but we ensure that all packing material is sturdy enough to resist damage during transit.

If no one is home to receive your order, the parcel will be left in a safe place. We will not request signature on delivery, as parcels sent back to the post office may not get picked up for days, therefore increasing the amount of stress placed on the plant(s) inside.

This plant can also be picked up from the Northern Wellbeing Centre; 113C miller st, Epping VIC. If you select this option at check-out, we will email you to organise a pick-up time.