Philodendron gloriosum 'Tricolor'

Tricolor Gloriosum Philodendron

Variegated SportRare Variegated Cultivar
£££ · RareLowColombia; variegated collector form in cultivation
Tricolor Gloriosum Philodendron

Morphology

leaf ShapeBroad velvety heart-shaped with deep sinus
leaf Length25-45 cm
leaf Width20-35 cm
petiole ColorGreen
venationBold white contrast veins
textureSoft velvety
variegationTricolor variegation in cream, yellow, and soft pink marbling
growth HabitTerrestrial growth via thick surface rhizome

About

Philodendron gloriosum 'Tricolor' is an exceptionally beautiful terrestrial aroid native to Colombia. Growing on a crawling surface rhizome, it produces massive heart-shaped velvet leaves with prominent white venation. The 'Tricolor' mutation features gorgeous green, yellow-cream, and soft pink marbled variegation. It thrives in highly organic, well-draining soil and shaded bright indirect light.

Climate Profile

OriginColombia; variegated collector form in cultivation
HumidityHigh humidity (65%+)
Temperature18-28°C
LightShaded bright light
FamilyAraceae
GenusPhilodendron

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£80 – £300
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Field Notes · Vol. 120 September 2023

The Creeping Masterpiece in Pink and Gold

Philodendron gloriosum is one of the most famous terrestrial aroids, creeping along the forest floor of Colombia on a thick horizontal rhizome. The 'Tricolor' cultivar is a masterclass in somatic mutation, displaying green, cream-yellow, and soft pink variegation. Unlike most climbers, gloriosum crawls, and its large, velvety leaves are highly sensitive to soil depth. The tricolor variegation is highly sought after and requires rich, organic, well-draining soil and shaded bright indirect light to maintain its colorful display.

Written at AroidAtlas research station— Aroid Aaron

Quick Facts

growth HabitTerrestrial creeper
mature SizeMedium to Large
lightShaded bright light
humidityHigh humidity (65%+)
temperature18-28°C
difficultyEasy to Intermediate
growth SpeedSlow to Moderate
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