Philodendron gigas – Rare Velvet Aroid for Serious Collectors

Philodendron gigas is a highly sought-after velvet-leaf aroid admired for its large, elongated leaves with deep green to bluish tones and a subtle velvety texture. As the name gigas suggests, this species is known for its impressive leaf size when mature, making it one of the most dramatic climbing Philodendron for advanced collectors and jungle-style interiors.

In its natural habitat, Philodendron gigas grows as a climbing aroid in humid tropical forests, attaching itself to large trees and slowly ascending toward filtered sunlight. Juvenile plants display smaller, softer-textured leaves, while mature specimens develop long, thick foliage with enhanced color depth and presence. With proper vertical support, this plant performs exceptionally well indoors.

Distinctive Characteristics of Philodendron gigas

• Large, elongated velvet-textured leaves
• Deep green to bluish foliage coloration
• Strong climbing growth habit
• Dramatic size potential at maturity
• High collector value with limited availability

Its bold proportions and velvet surface make Philodendron gigas a premium centerpiece plant for serious aroid enthusiasts.

Philodendron gigas Care Guide

• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Humidity: Medium to high humidity
• Temperature: 20–30°C
• Watering: Water when top layer of media begins to dry
• Growing Media: Well-draining aroid mix rich in organic matter
• Support: Moss pole or vertical support highly recommended

⚠️ Avoid low humidity, compacted soil, and direct sunlight, which may limit leaf size and damage velvet texture.

Why Buy from Our Store?

• Plants grown by experienced Indonesian aroid growers
• Carefully selected healthy and export-ready specimens
• Affordable pricing for rare velvet Philodendron
• Sustainably cultivated, not destructive wild collection
• Trusted Indonesian seller shipping worldwide

You may also explore other velvet aroids such as Philodendron billietiae, Philodendron sodiroi, and rare Philodendron species in our collection.

Export & Shipping Regulation Notice

All live plants exported from Indonesia require official export documentation issued by the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture.
The document preparation process typically takes 14–21 working days before shipment to comply with international plant health regulations.

Botanical Reference

Learn more about the Philodendron genus here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philodendron