Philodendron Congo Nuclear
4" Pot
$169.99
Sale price
$169.99
Regular price
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Selling fast
Philodendron Congo Nuclear
$169.99
Sale price
$169.99
Regular price
- Selling fast
- New
- Rare
- Statement
- Easy care
Small pots (2 to 4 inch) are young starters that grow with you. Bigger pots (6 inch and up) arrive fuller and more established.
Free standard shipping
On every order
Ships in 1 to 3 business days
Arrives 3 to 7 business days after it ships
Arrives damaged? We make it right with a replacement, credit, or refund.
Just send us a photo within 24 hours of delivery
Care guidance included
Simple steps on every plant page
Winter protection is on for the season
A small seasonal fee at checkout covers the heat pack in your box. If cold damage happens anyway, we replace or refund the plant.
- Light
- Bright light
- Water
- Moderate
- Temperament
- Forgiving
Philodendron Congo Nuclear earned its name honestly: every new leaf unfurls in glowing, almost neon chartreuse, then deepens to rich green as it hardens off. A plant in active growth carries both colors at once, and the fresh leaves genuinely look lit from inside.
Unlike the climbing philodendrons, Congo types are self-heading: they grow as a tight, upright rosette that gets broader and more architectural with age, no moss pole required. This one is a brand-new named cultivar that barely exists in US retail.
Why You'll Love It
- New leaves emerge neon chartreuse, the brightest in the philodendron family
- Self-heading rosette growth, no pole or support needed
- Big, glossy, architectural leaves
- A new named cultivar with only two other US sellers
Plant Care
- Light: Bright indirect light keeps new growth glowing
- Water: Water when the top two inches of soil feel dry
- Difficulty: Easy
- Growth: Upright rosette, broader and fuller with age
- Humidity: Average home humidity is fine, loves more
- Pet Friendly: No - toxic to cats and dogs if chewed
Botanical Name: Philodendron 'Congo Nuclear'
Also Known As: Nuclear Congo
Good For: Collectors, statement shelves, bright rooms
Each plant is naturally unique, so size, shape, and coloring may vary slightly from the photos.