Philodendron Gigas Dark Care

Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) is a type of plant from the family Araceae, which is native to tropical and subtropical forests

• Characteristics, Shapes & Colors

Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) has the characteristics of velvet leaves, and has a beautiful leaf color. A combination of pink where the veins have a light green color that can turn dark green. is a plant that can grow to a height of 5 meters if attached to a wall or other larger plant.

• How to care  

1. Place Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) plant in a place that has a light intensity of 70% - 80% with a temperature between 20-28 °C.
2. The most suitable growing medium for Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) is a mixture of perlite, peat & hydrotone.
3. For the intensity of watering Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) need 2 times in a week so that the growing medium is not too wet. Because Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) does not like excessive water intensity.
4. The fertilization period for Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) can be done once a week with liquid organic fertilizer dissolved in water and then sprayed on the leaves.

• How to propagate 

Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) can be propagated by cutting.

1. The first step is to choose a Philodendron Gigas ( Dark ) plant stem that already has sufficient wind roots.
2. Then put the plant horizontally on the growing medium with the buds in facing up position and do sufficient watering.
3. Put it in a shady place.
4. The new shoots will appear after approximately in 3 weeks.