Philodendron 'Florida Bronze' 12cm
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€12,00
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Philodendron ‘Florida Bronze’ — Philodendron
Family: Araceae • Pot diameter: 12 cm • Height: 25 cm
Every leaf brings a change of mood 🌗
Lobed, sculptural leaves that shift from copper-bronze to deep green with age and light. Reddish petioles, collector appeal and indoor impact without excessive demands.
Araceae Evergreen Bright indirect light Moderate care Hybrid • Lobed
Light
🌤️ Indirect/filtered
More light = stronger bronze tones
Watering
💧 50–70% dry
Complete drainage
Temperature
🌡️ 18–26°C
Avoid <15°C
Growing medium
🌱 Aroid mix
bark + peat + perlite
What makes it special
- ✨ Metallic bronze colouring on young leaves
- 🖼️ Deeply lobed, sculptural geometry
- 📸 A statement presence in any arrangement
Ideal uses
- 🏡 A centrepiece in a bright living room/office
- 🧱 On a stand to show off the canopy
- 🌿 Pair with earthy ceramics & warm tones
Where to place it
Near a north- or east-facing window with diffused light. Water when 50–70% of the mix has dried; never leave standing water. Steady warmth >18°C and humidity of 50–60% help bring out the bronze tones.
Plants to pair it with
- Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’—dark, velvety foliage that emphasises bronze tones
- Scindapsus pictus ‘Exotica’—silver patches for cool contrast and movement
- Monstera adansonii —perforated foliage that adds open spaces and a light texture
Cultivar origin
The ‘Florida Bronze’ belongs to the broader ‘Florida’ hybrid group, thought to include parentage from Philodendron squamiferum and P. pedatum. The bronze colour of young leaves is associated with increased anthocyanins and fades to deeper green as they mature.
Its distribution was expanded by Florida aroid nurseries and collectors’ cultivation, where selective propagation stabilised its metallic shades, reddish petioles and distinctive deeply lobed geometry. Propagated vegetatively by node cuttings or in vitro.
1) Growing medium & pot: An aerated aroid mix (bark/peat/perlite). A pot with plenty of holes, only 1–2 cm larger when repotting.
2) Watering: When 50–70% of the mix has dried. Empty the saucer; avoid constant wetness.
3) Light & colour: Plenty of indirect light brings out the bronze palette; low light produces greener leaves.
| 🔎 Item | Information |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Species | Philodendron ‘Florida Bronze’ |
| 🪴 Pot/Size | 12 cm • height 25 cm |
| ☀️ Light | Bright indirect light (avoid direct sun) |
| 💧 Watering | When 50–70% of the growing medium has dried |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 18–26°C (ideally stable >18°C) |
| 📈 Growth | Semi-climbing • slow to moderate, self-heading form |
| ⚠️ Toxicity | Toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)—keep away from children & pets |
💡 Tip: For stronger bronze colouring, provide plenty of indirect light, keep the temperature >20°C and use a gentle, balanced feed at ¼–½ strength during growth.
🤔 Did you know? ‘Florida’ hybrids share DNA with P. squamiferum/pedatum· the bronze cultivar was a collector’s must-have before wider production.
Why you’ll love it
Metallic shades that change with the light, a sculptural lobed canopy and an elegant look that defines the space.
🧠 Greenleaf for plant nerds—scientific facts nobody asked for
A hybrid aroid in the Florida group. Lobed leaves with actinodromous venation; bronze tones are associated with anthocyanins. Propagated by node cuttings; ideal humidity 50–60%.
How do I bring out the bronze tones?
Plenty of indirect light, a temperature >20°C and stable air humidity. In low light, the leaves become greener.
Does it need a moss pole or is it self-heading?
It maintains a self-heading form, but a discreet support improves symmetry and increases leaf size.
How often should I repot?
When roots fill the pot, typically every 12–18 months. Increase the diameter by just 2 cm for good moisture balance and aeration.
Why are the tips turning brown?
Overwatering, poor drainage or dry air. Improve drainage, water less often and increase ambient humidity.
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🔎 Note: Due to natural plant variation, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the photograph. Shape, size and colour depend on the season, growing conditions and the nature of each plant.
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