Rare Philodendron Mcdowell

Pot Size 15cm

Philodendron ‘McDowell’ – Rare Hybrid Beauty 🌿💚

A stunning hybrid between Philodendron gloriosum and Philodendron pastazanum, the Philodendron ‘McDowell’ combines velvety, heart-shaped leaves with prominent white veins and creeping growth. It’s a collector’s dream — bold, exotic, and surprisingly easy to care for.

Key Features:

✔ Huge velvety green leaves with dramatic white veining
✔ Creeping, terrestrial growth – best grown in a long or wide pot
✔ A rare and highly sought-after hybrid
✔ Adds an instant tropical feel to any space
✔ Grows quickly in the right conditions

Care Instructions:

• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light – avoid direct sunlight

• Watering: Water when the top 2–3cm of soil is dry – keep soil evenly moist but not soggy

• Humidity: Prefers high humidity (60%+) – mist regularly or use a humidifier

• Soil: Use a well-draining, chunky aroid mix (perlite, orchid bark, compost)

• Feeding: Feed monthly in spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser

• Growth Habit: Creeping – requires a wide pot or shallow planter to spread naturally

• Temperature: Keep above 16°C – avoid cold drafts and sudden changes

🌿 Tip: Rotate the plant occasionally for even growth, and wipe leaves gently to maintain their velvet sheen.