Black Gold is a spectacular vining philodendron that when mature produces 2' long leaves of iridescent black-green with pale green veins. A native of the tropical Americas, its juvenile form creeps along the jungle floor and has small 2-4" round leaves. Once it begins to climb a tree or other vertical object, the leaves increase in size and come into their full glory. This philodendron needs 4-5' of vertical growing space to develop into its mature form. Black Gold Philodendron prefers to be grown in warm temperatures and indirect lighting near a window. We are shipping plants in the juvenile form
Depending on your location filtered sun is best. In the northern end of their grow zone Melanochrysum plants should be brought indoors or protected during the winter months.
To help establish your new Melanochrysum Philodendron, fertilize sparingly at least 6 inches away from the base, tri-annually with a slow time released product. Unfertilized they will tend to grow very slowly. Note: The heavy salts in cheaper fertilizers will damage the roots and possibly kill the plant.
Melanochrysum Philodendrons enjoy well drained but moist, rich organic mix. Remember try to stay away from wet, mucky or dry, sandy soils.
Indoors plants thrive at temperatures between 55°- 80°F and in lower light conditions than other house plants.
Philodendron grow very well in patio and indoor containers. Allow enough room for growth generally a 10″ to a 20″ diameter, 10″ deep container will suffice to get started. Remember the looser the roots, the taller and healthier your plant will be. When the plant becomes root bound its growth will slow, at that point it is time for a larger pot.
