{"product_id":"philodendron-melanochrysum-aurea-copy","title":"Philodendron Melanochrysum","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePhilodendron \u003cem\u003emelanochrysum\u003c\/em\u003e—often called the \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Gold Philodendron\u003c\/strong\u003e—is a \u003cstrong\u003ehighly sought-after velvet-leaf philodendron\u003c\/strong\u003e, admired for its \u003cstrong\u003elong, heart-shaped leaves with a luxurious velvety texture, deep green to nearly black coloration, and striking golden-green veining\u003c\/strong\u003e. New leaves often emerge with warm bronze or copper tones before darkening as they mature. As the plant climbs, its foliage can become impressively large and elongated, creating a dramatic tropical statement.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety thrives in \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e, which encourages healthy growth and helps maintain its rich coloration and velvety appearance. It prefers warm temperatures, higher humidity, and a chunky, well-draining aroid mix kept lightly moist but never soggy. Providing a moss pole or other climbing support encourages larger, more mature foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light (supports rich coloration and larger foliage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil lightly moist; allow the top 1–2 inches to dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing philodendron with large, elongated, velvety foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic if ingested by pets or children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003eluxurious velvet leaves, dramatic proportions, and signature golden veining\u003c\/strong\u003e, Philodendron \u003cem\u003emelanochrysum\u003c\/em\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector’s favorite\u003c\/strong\u003e—perfect for adding rich texture, depth, and sophisticated tropical beauty to any indoor plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNotes: Images are representative. Each plant ships with our Cozy Care Card. Cold-weather shipping may require a heat pack add-on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our porch to yours — thoughtfully packed and shipped with care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cozy Corner Plants","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":55519712608547,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/cozycornerplants.com\/products\/philodendron-melanochrysum-aurea-copy","provider":"Cozy Corner Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}