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Philodendron Ernestil Green
Original price was: ₹1,000.00.₹750.00Current price is: ₹750.00.
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The Philodendron ernestii (Green Form) is a beautiful and somewhat rare climbing Aroid prized by collectors for its unique foliage structure. Native to the wet tropical biomes of Western South America and Northern Brazil, it has a strong, vigorous climbing habit, which is essential to provide support for if you want it to reach its impressive mature leaf size.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: The leaves are the main attraction, being large, glossy, and a rich, deep emerald green. They have a distinct, elongated paddle or heart-shape with deep lobes and often feature serrated or rippled edges, giving them a bold, textured, and sculptural appearance that sets them apart from many other smooth-edged Philodendrons. New growth often emerges in a fresh green tone and darkens as the leaves mature.
- Petiole: A distinctive feature of the species, often noted by enthusiasts, is the shape of the petiole (leaf stem), which can have interesting winged or ridged characteristics.
- Growth: As a climbing species, it benefits greatly from a moss pole, plank, or other structure to climb. Allowing it to climb will enable it to produce increasingly larger, more mature leaves, mimicking its natural growth habit of seeking light in the rainforest canopy.
Optimal Care for Indoor Growth
The Philodendron ernestii is relatively resilient and easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners looking for a statement plant:
| Care Aspect | Requirement | Notes |
| Light | Bright, Indirect Light | Essential for healthy growth and promoting strong color. Direct sun should be avoided as it can cause leaf burn. |
| Watering | Moderate | Allow the top 1-2 inches of the soil to dry out completely before watering again. It is susceptible to root rot, so careful watering is important. |
| Humidity | Moderate to High | While it can tolerate average household humidity, providing 50% or more (via a humidifier or pebble tray) will encourage faster growth and healthier leaves. |
| Soil | Well-Draining Aroid Mix | Use a chunky mix rich in organic matter, such as coco coir, perlite, and orchid bark, to ensure excellent aeration and drainage. |
| Support | Moss Pole/Trellis | Provide a vertical support structure early on to encourage its natural climbing habit and achieve those impressive mature leaf sizes. |
- Live plant along with a plastic pot.
- Plant height will be 08-12 inches in 6 inches pot.
- Plant height will be 24-28 inches in 8 inches pot.
- Plants nature is outdoor/semi shade, less watering.
- Assured Safe Delivery With Easy Replacement
