Philodendron gloriosum is a creeping aroid with enormous, heart-shaped velvet leaves marked with white veins. Unlike climbing Philodendrons, it crawls along the ground, so it needs a different setup.
Creeping growth
Gloriosum grows a thick horizontal stem (rhizome) that creeps along the soil surface. Keep it in a wide, shallow pot and let the stem grow outward rather than burying it.
Light
Bright, indirect light gives the biggest leaves. Direct sun burns the velvet surface, while low light slows growth.
Watering
Water when the top 3 to 4 cm of soil is dry. The rhizome can rot if kept wet, so avoid constantly soggy soil.
Soil
Use a chunky mix: potting soil, bark, perlite and a bit of coco chips. Good drainage and airflow are important.
Humidity
Around 50 to 60 percent humidity helps new leaves unfold smoothly. Remove old leaves once they are fully yellow.
Propagation
Cut the rhizome into sections, each with at least one node, and root them in moist sphagnum moss.
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