{"product_id":"philodendron-gigas","title":"Philodendron gigas","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVelvety, copper‑undersided philodendron with large dark leaves\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, velvety foliage is the first thing you notice: thick, somewhat leathery blades that sit dark green on top and develop a visible copper to reddish sheen beneath as they age. Leaves are broadly ovate to oblanceolate with a slightly paler midrib and a soft, minute pubescence that gives the surface a plush appearance — an effect that becomes more pronounced on mature leaves of Philodendron gigas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant starts compact as a juvenile with much smaller leaves and then changes markedly as it climbs. Given a vertical support it becomes a vigorous climber, producing much larger leaves and stronger underside colouration; left trailing the leaves remain smaller. Compared with Philodendron melanochrysum, P. gigas usually shows larger, more oblanceolate blades and the coppery undersides rather than the black‑gold, pale‑veined look of many melanochrysum forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal ownership means planning for humidity and support: it prefers higher humidity than typical dry indoor air and benefits from a firm moss pole to reach its dramatic leaf size. Expect gradual development — notable leaf colour and texture deepen with age — and be aware it is toxic if chewed. One trade‑off is that lower humidity and poor drainage quickly reduce leaf quality, so it rewards attention to air moisture and substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for shelves, glass cabinets or a vertical display where it can climb. Available as a small “Baby” grow‑on option suitable for a small shelf or desk; larger nursery sizes (medium) suit a fuller display and more immediate visual impact when offered.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Circle","offers":[{"title":"Baby- P5 H5","offer_id":54854742376716,"sku":"MM-MEC-1309","price":10.08,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium - P12 H45","offer_id":54854742409484,"sku":"MM-MOS01","price":25.21,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/3553\/3068\/files\/philodendron-gigas-variant-1.jpg?v=1783169142","url":"https:\/\/plantcircle.com\/en-at\/products\/philodendron-gigas","provider":"Plant Circle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}