Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
croatii
ID:
269212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grayum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 47: 168 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268544

Common Names

  • Philodendron Croatii
  • Croat's Philodendron
  • Croat's Plant

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Description

Philodendron croatii (also called 'Croat's philodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and is found in tropical rainforests. It is a climbing plant with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It has a velvety texture and can reach up to 3 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron croatii is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage. It can be used as a groundcover or a climber, and it is also suitable for terrariums and hanging baskets. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron croatii is a small, yellow-green spathe with a white spadix. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white, fleshy aril. The seedling is a small, heart-shaped leaf with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron croatii can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Philodendron croatii

Philodendron croatii is native to Colombia.

Philodendron croatii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron croatii?

Philodendron croatii prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Philodendron croatii?

Philodendron croatii prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Philodendron croatii need?

Philodendron croatii prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Philodendron genus

Philodendron acreanum, Philodendron acuminatissimum, Philodendron acutifolium, Philodendron adhatodifolium, Philodendron advena, Philodendron aemulum, Philodendron alatum, Philodendron albisuccus, Philodendron alliodorum, Philodendron alternans, Philodendron alticola, Philodendron altomacaense, Philodendron amplisinum, Philodendron ampullaceum, Philodendron anaadu, Philodendron angustialatum, Philodendron angustilobum, Philodendron angustisectum, Philodendron anisotomum, Philodendron annulatum, Philodendron antonioanum, Philodendron appendiculatum, Philodendron applanatum, Philodendron appunii, Philodendron aristeguietae, Philodendron aromaticum, Philodendron atabapoense, Philodendron aurantiifolium, Philodendron auriculatum, Philodendron auritum, Philodendron auyantepuiense, Philodendron azulitense, Philodendron bahiense, Philodendron bakeri, Philodendron balaoanum, Philodendron barrosoanum, Philodendron basii, Philodendron basivaginatum, Philodendron benitezii, Philodendron billietiae, Philodendron bipennifolium, Philodendron biribiriense, Philodendron blanchetianum, Philodendron bogotense, Philodendron borgesii, Philodendron brandii, Philodendron brandtianum, Philodendron breedlovei, Philodendron brenesii, Philodendron brevispathum,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Michael Howard Grayum (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grayum' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300039-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.