Philodendron Gloriosum

The Gloriosum is the velvet-leaf philodendron collectors dream about. Its large, heart-shaped leaves are deep green with pale, glowing veins, and the whole leaf has a soft, velvety texture. It crawls along the soil instead of climbing, so it makes a wide, low statement.

Give it a wide, shallow pot and room to roam, and it will creep forward, putting out bigger leaves with each new node. Bright indirect light keeps the veining bold and the texture rich.

Why You'll Love It

• Large, velvety heart-shaped leaves with glowing pale veins
• Crawling growth habit that fills a wide pot beautifully
• A true collector plant with serious presence
• New leaves unfurl soft and get more dramatic with size

Plant Care

• Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; use a chunky, well-draining mix
• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Growth: Crawling habit; give it a wide pot and room to spread
• Humidity: Loves humidity; extra moisture keeps leaves looking their best
• Pet safety: Toxic to pets if ingested. Keep away from cats and dogs.

Botanical name: Philodendron gloriosum
Also known as: Velvet Philodendron

Good for: Collectors, statement floor pots, bright rooms, and plant lovers who want texture

Each plant is naturally unique, so size, shape, and coloring may vary slightly from the photos.