Rare Houseplants
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Philodendron Florida Ghost
Welcome to our guide to Philodendron Florida Ghost care and propagation. It is a beautifully leaved plant, it is perfect for standing on it’s own and demanding attention in a space with white and minty hues to its leaves. The key to getting the best out of this plant, is a well draining soil, humidity, avoid over watering and keep it close to a grow light to encourage the white ‘ghost’ coloring. Philodendron Florida Ghost Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check once a week, water if the top 50% of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A high nitrogen feed every 3 weeks in the summer. Soil: A well…
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Philodendron Verrucosum
Today we’ll show you how to look after the Philodendron Verrucosum, a really impressively leaved philodendron. The key to Philodendron Verrucosum care is to give it bright but indirect sunlight, plenty of humidity, and keep the soil mostly dry, and never soaking. Philodendron Verrucosum Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight Watering needs: Water if the top layer is dry. Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer once a month in spring and summer. Soil: Well draining soil. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 20°C to 25°C (68-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Common issues: Root rot and leaf dropping due to over watering. Introduction Philodendron verrucosum is know for it’s…
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Monstera Standleyana
Welcome to our guide to monstera standleyana care. One of my wish-list plants, the monstera standleyana, is a great non-fussy tropical household plant that will impress anyone who sees it! Monstera Standleyana Summary Light needs: Plenty of indirect sunlight but no direct sunlight. Watering needs: Water when the top inch or 2 cms is dry. Fertilizer: Feed monthly in the spring and summer with a well-diluted balanced plant feed. Soil: A well draining potting mix with plenty of perlite. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 18°C to 28°C (64-82°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Five holes plant, monstera standleyana albo variegata or philodendron cobra. Common issues:…
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Philodendron Melanochrysum Care
The key to philodendron melanochrysum care is to not overwater it and check it for pests regularly. We cover all you need to know about melanochrysum care and propagation. Philodendron Melanochrysum Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top half of soil is dry. Fertilizer: A high nitrogen feed once a week in spring summer. Soil: Use moss or a really well draining compost and perlite mix. Humidity: 60%. Temperature: 18-27°C (64-81°F). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Root rot from overly wet soil. Introduction The Philodendron Melanochrysum (a.k.a. Black Gold Philodendron) is a velvet leaved climbing philodendron with…
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Monstera Dubia
Welcome to our guide to monstera dubia care. The new popular kid on the block, the monstera dubia, is relatively easy to look after for as long as you meet a few care requirements and treat it like an epiphyte, read on for more info… Monstera Dubia Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water when the top inch (2cms) or so of soil is dry. Fertilizer: Balanced feed once a month in summer. Soil: A well draining, rich soil with some added perlite. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Other names: Shingle plant. Common issues:…
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Philodendron Gloriosum Care
The key to philodendron gloriosum care is to keep it out of direct sunlight, give it enough humidity but not too much water… Philodendron Gloriosum Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. No direct Watering needs: Check weekly, water if top 50% of the soil is dry. Fertilizer: A balanced feed once a month in spring and summer. Soil: Well draining, rich. Humidity: 50%. Temperature: 18-27°C (64-81°F). Where to buy: Try one of these Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Spider mites, aphids, overwatering. Introduction The philodendron gloriosum is my favorite plant I have 5 of them at the moment. They are awesome, just a big bold leaf our of the ground!…
