Philodendron Gloriosum Dark Form | Rare Crawling Aroid with Velvety Deep Green Leaves & White Veins | Tropical Houseplant

Philodendron gloriosum ‘Dark Form' - Rare Velvet Crawling Aroid

The Dark Form Gloriosum is a highly coveted philodendron prized for its velvety, nearly black-green heart-shaped leaves highlighted by crisp white veins. Unlike most philodendrons that climb, the gloriosum creeps horizontally, sending out large dramatic leaves on a short stem. Its deep color and bold texture make it a collector's showpiece.

✨ Plant Highlights

Rare dark form with extra-rich deep green to blackish leaves

Distinctive crawling (terrestrial) growth habit

Velvety leaf texture with striking white venation

Ideal for plant cabinets, tropical displays, and collectors


🌱 Care Tips

Light: Bright, indirect light keeps leaves rich and healthy

Water: Keep soil lightly moist; let top inch dry before watering again

Humidity: Thrives with moderate to high humidity

Temperature: Warm, stable indoor temps (65-85 °F / 18-29 °C)

Growth: Provide a long, shallow planter or room to crawl for best leaf size


🎁 Perfect For

Aroid & rare plant collectors

Statement foliage for modern interiors

Gifts for plant enthusiasts who love velvet leaves


💌 Packaged with care to arrive safe and ready to grow in your home.