Philodendron melanochrysumThe leaves on Philodendron melanochrysum are velvety with an iridescent sheen. It is commonly called the black gold Philodendron because of the color the leaves take when first opening vs. when matured and aged. This is a strongly climbing species that requires a totem for support in order to produce full sized leaves. If given warm, humid conditions with adequate light, it grows FAST. This product is considered an Intermediate Tropical plant. Please

It's what we've all wished for: toothy and striped

But these species can be tricky in their requirements and are mostly slow growing

Tenuis hybrids tend to impart an endearing tubbiness while the bizarre shape of dubia should give this hybrid a unique charm

Nepenthes (hamata x glabrata) x tenuis should have a tubby shape with elegant markings and some toothiness

The coloration on this species is like no other and pitchers often exhibit a shiny

Our plants grow outside in the burning Texas sun year round and have even taken cold fronts down to 15 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter with no ill effects

This plant is tolerant of a wide range of conditions

they develop beautifully candy striped peristomes

They also do very well under grow lights

there’s been only a very limited number of clones available to collectors

vigorous and colorful

We have noticed that plants from this cross need to grow to a large size before the mature pitcher characteristics were displayed