{"product_id":"philodendron-sterling-velvet","title":"Philodendron Sterling Velvet","description":"\u003cp\u003eA primary hybrid of \u003cem\u003ePhil. sodiroi\u003c\/em\u003e aff. × \u003cem\u003ePhil. melanochrysum\u003c\/em\u003e, two iconic velvety-leaved species from the tropical cloud forests of South America, it produces exceptionally large, heart-shaped leaves with a deep, lustrous green surface, prominent raised venation, and a rich, velvety texture inherited from its \u003cem\u003emelanochrysum\u003c\/em\u003e parentage. The imposing, climbing habit and monumental leaf size make it one of the most sought-after collector Philodendrons in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright to moderate indirect light; avoid direct sun, which can scorch the velvety leaf surface, and avoid deep shade, which reduces leaf size and vigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–78°F (16–26°C); an intermediate grower that should be kept away from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F (13°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–85%; high humidity is essential to maintain the velvety leaf texture and support large leaf development; use a humidifier or grow in a greenhouse environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry; avoid waterlogging, which can cause root rot in the large, fleshy root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 20px;\"\u003eGrows best in a chunky, well-draining aroid mix of bark, perlite, and coco coir, trained on a moss pole or totem to encourage large leaf development. Ships well-established in its pot — ready to grow in your home or greenhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ecuagenera Orquideas del Ecuador","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46632906850443,"sku":"PHE19187","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/7389\/4027\/files\/Philodendron_Sterling_Velvet..jpg?v=1778172377","url":"https:\/\/ecuagenera.com\/pt\/products\/philodendron-sterling-velvet","provider":"Ecuagenera Orquídeas del Ecuador ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}