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Philodendron gloriosum ‘Tricolor’ 🌿✨(Velvet Heartleaf Philodendron – Tricolor Form)
Philodendron gloriosum tricolor rare collector’s plant is loved for its velvety, heart-shaped leaves marked with three-tone variegation — deep green, light green, and creamy pink or white. Unlike climbing philodendrons, gloriosum is a crawler, spreading horizontally as it grows.
Here’s the complete care guide Philodendron gloriosum tricolor 👇:
☀️ Light
Needs: Bright, indirect light.
Avoid: Direct sunlight — it can scorch the delicate variegated parts.
Low light: Slows growth and fades the tricolor pattern.
Best spot: Near an east or north-facing window with filtered light.
🌡️ Temperature
Ideal range: 20–30°C
Minimum: 15°C — avoid cold drafts or air-conditioned airflow.
Loves warm, stable indoor conditions.
💧 Watering
When to water: When the top 3–5 cm of soil feels dry.
Spring–Summer: About once a week (adjust based on humidity).
Autumn–Winter: Reduce frequency — overwatering causes root rot.
Tip: Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy.
🌿 Humidity
Ideal: 60–80%
Use a humidifier, pebble tray, or regular misting to maintain moisture.
Dry air causes browning on leaf edges, especially in variegated parts.
🌱 Soil
Best mix (airy and well-draining):
40% coco peat or potting soil
30% perlite or pumice
20% orchid bark
10% charcoal or compost
pH: Slightly acidic (6.0–6.5)
🪴 Pot
Use a wide, shallow pot (since it’s a crawler, not a climber).
Add a layer of drainage material at the bottom.
Repot: Every 1–2 years or when rhizome reaches the pot edge — always place rhizome on top of the soil, not buried.
🌸 Fertilizer
Growing season (spring–summer): Feed every 3–4 weeks with a balanced, diluted fertilizer (20-20-20) or organic liquid fertilizer.
Avoid overfeeding — too much nitrogen reduces variegation.
🌼 Pruning & Maintenance
Trim off yellow or damaged leaves.
Wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth to remove dust.
Rotate pot occasionally for even growth.
⚠️ Common Issues Philodendron gloriosum tricolor
Problem
Cause
Solution
Yellow leaves
Overwatering
Allow soil to dry slightly; improve drainage
Brown edges
Low humidity
Increase moisture in the air
Fading variegation
Low light or excess nitrogen
Move to brighter spot; reduce feeding
Soft rhizome
Root rot
Cut off rot; repot in fresh airy mix
🌿 Propagation
Stem or rhizome cuttings:
Cut a section with at least one node and healthy leaf.
Let the cut end callous for a few hours.
Place in moist sphagnum moss or perlite until roots develop.
Pot into airy soil mix and keep in high humidity.
