Philodendron Billietae

Philodendron Billietae

Philodendron Billietiae is a collector-favorite prized for its long, narrow, arrow-shaped leaves and bold orange petioles. With a tropical flair and sculptural presence, this striking indoor plant brings dramatic height and movement to any collection. Each leaf can grow impressively large over time, giving the plant a lush, architectural feel.

Native to the rainforests of South America, Philodendron Billietiae climbs in its natural habitat, but indoors it grows upright with support or trails slightly if left untrained. The contrast between the deep green foliage and its vibrant petioles is most vivid in bright filtered light, making it a stunning focal point on plant shelves or in floor planters.

Despite its exotic appearance, Philodendron Billietiae is relatively easy to care for with the right environment. When given consistent moisture, warmth, and humidity, it rewards growers with vigorous growth and increasingly dramatic foliage.

care instructions:

Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light for best growth; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Soil Needs: Requires a chunky, well-draining potting mix; an aroid mix with orchid bark, perlite, and peat or coco coir is ideal.
Watering: Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil is dry; avoid waterlogging.
Humidity: Prefers high humidity; mist regularly or place near a humidifier for optimal growth.
Fertilizing: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Pruning: Remove any yellowing or damaged leaves at the base to maintain appearance and encourage healthy growth.
Repotting: Repot every 1–2 years or when roots become crowded to refresh soil and support continued growth.

Please note: This plant comes in its grower’s nursery pot, ready for you to place in your favorite decorative pot at home. The pot in the picture is not included.