Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Araceae
Philodendron patriciae
VAT included · plus
Quick overview of our standard shipping rates, free-shipping thresholds and typical transit times for the countries we currently serve. Remote-area surcharges for certain postcodes are added automatically at checkout where applicable.
For full details, winter shipping rules and packaging information, please visit our Shipping & Delivery page.
| Country | Shipping | Free from | Transit time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Belgium | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Bulgaria | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Croatia | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Cyprus (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Czechia | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Denmark (¹) | € 16.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Estonia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Finland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| France (¹) | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Germany | € 8.95 | € 70 | 1–2 working days |
| Greece (¹²) | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Hungary | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Ireland | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Italy (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Latvia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Lithuania | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Luxembourg | € 12.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Malta (²) | € 39.95 | No free shipping | 5–7 working days |
| Netherlands | € 8.95 | € 100 | 1–2 working days |
| Poland | € 12.95 | € 100 | 2–4 working days |
| Portugal (¹) | € 14.95 | € 150 | 2–4 working days |
| Romania | € 21.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovakia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Slovenia | € 18.95 | € 200 | 5–7 working days |
| Spain (¹) | € 14.95 | € 125 | 2–4 working days |
| Sweden | € 18.95 | € 200 | 2–4 working days |
| Switzerland | € 29.95 | € 300 | 5–7 working days |
Notes
- ¹ Island / remote-area surcharge: added automatically at checkout for affected postcodes, including Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, Faroe Islands, Azores, Madeira, Balearic Islands, and selected Greek island postcodes. Canary Islands: we currently do not ship there.
- ² Cyprus, Greece & Malta: delivery is possible, but courier reliability can vary; arrival times and plant condition cannot be guaranteed. Our 28-day guarantee does not apply to plants shipped to these destinations due to unpredictable transit times.
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Philodendron patriciae
Quick Care Guide
Water
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Airy + fast-draining • Light moisture buffer • Bark-based • Medium-chunky
Temperature
Ideal: 18–29 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
climbing vine
Support
optional
Growth speed
High
Max size indoors
Max. height with support: 300 cm • Max. spread: 150 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Tropical America; wet tropical habitat
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level;
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
Philodendron patriciae – long, pendulous foliage for advanced aroid growers
Philodendron patriciae is an appressed-climbing epiphyte from Colombia’s Pacific lowland rainforest (Chocó region). Known for exceptionally long, narrow blades that drape elegantly, it develops a subtle quilted surface as leaves mature. With firm vertical support, stable moisture, and bright, indirect light, this species produces architectural foliage that becomes a true centerpiece over time.
Why Philodendron patriciae stands out
- Growth habit: Appressed climber with short internodes and abundant adventitious roots that clasp supports.
- Leaf form: Very narrow, pendent blades; well-grown indoor plants routinely achieve 50 – 100 cm leaves over time.
- Texture shift: Juvenile blades appear more matte; mature leaves develop gentle corrugation (“quilted” look) between the primary lateral veins.
- Origin and ecology: Native to humid, lowland rainforest on Colombia’s Pacific side, typically on trunks in filtered canopy light.
Size and form at dispatch
We provide current pot size and approximate plant height on the product page. As a guide for expectations:
- Typical pot: 12 – 15 cm nursery pot
- Approximate height: 25 – 40 cm (not including pole)
- Leaf count: usually 4 – 7 leaves depending on flush and season
Images may show established specimens; individual plants vary in leaf size and number at time of shipping.
Care guide – stable routines, larger leaves
- Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid prolonged direct sun on blades to prevent scorch and loss of surface quality.
- Water: Water when the top 2 – 3 cm of substrate are dry; drench and drain fully. Aim for consistent moisture without waterlogging.
- Substrate: Airy aroid blend balancing oxygen and retention (e.g., ~35% fine orchid bark, 25% coco fibre, 20% perlite or pumice, 10% composted material, 10% horticultural charcoal).
- Feeding: Balanced liquid fertiliser at 25 – 50% label rate every 4 – 6 weeks; adjust to growth rate, not to calendar months.
- Temperature: Best between 18 – 27 °C; growth slows with extended exposure below ~15 °C.
- Humidity and airflow: Comfortable around 50 – 65% with gentle, steady airflow to keep leaf surfaces clean.
- Support: A firm, moisture-retentive pole (moss/fibre) secured at each node promotes larger leaves and tighter internodes.
Training, pruning, and propagation
- Training: Press the stem flush to the pole and secure at each node; appressed contact supports leaf expansion.
- Pruning: Remove senescent leaves at the petiole base; tip-prune only to manage height or to obtain cuttings.
- Propagation: Single-node cuttings with a visible root nub root well in moist sphagnum, an airy substrate, or inert/semi-hydro media supplied with a complete nutrient solution.
Science-based notes
- Leaf “quilting” explained: Subtle bullation arises as secondary veins elevate tissues between primary laterals, producing a soft corrugated effect.
- Adventitious roots: Clasping roots at each node increase anchorage and can absorb moisture from a damp support.
- Inflorescence: Typical aroid spadix surrounded by a green spathe; flowers are incidental in cultivation and often removed to conserve energy.
Troubleshooting – quick diagnostics
- Brown margins: Usually inconsistent moisture or late watering; verify root health and wet – dry rhythm.
- Pale, thin blades: Often low light or insufficient nutrition; increase light intensity (still indirect) and review feeding.
- Soft stems, sour substrate: Overwatering and low oxygen; refresh the mix, prune damaged roots, and improve drainage.
- Pests: Monitor for thrips, spider mites, and mealybugs; isolate and treat early with targeted measures (e.g., insecticidal soap per label).
From Colombia’s canopy to your collection – Philodendron patriciae
This species originates in Colombia’s Pacific lowlands (Chocó). In habitat, blades have been reported to exceed one metre on mature, well-supported plants. Indoors, leaf size scales predictably with light, nutrition, and firm appression to a damp pole.
Etymology and publication
Philodendron derives from Greek phílos (“loving”) and déndron (“tree”), reflecting its climbing habit. Philodendron patriciae was described by Thomas B. Croat in 2010 (Aroideana 33) and named in honour of his wife, Patricia.
Safety
Tissues contain insoluble calcium oxalate. Avoid ingestion and contact with eyes or mouth; keep out of reach of children and pets.
Order Philodendron patriciae
Add Philodendron patriciae to your collection for long, architectural foliage and steady, science-based performance. Order today and train it up a firm pole for dramatic leaves over time.
Plant Care Basics:
- Care basics – Main hub with links to all houseplant care guides.
- After delivery & first week – Unpacking, first placement, and early recovery.
- Light – How much light houseplants really need indoors.
- Watering – When to water and how to avoid root rot.
- Substrates & roots – Potting mixes and drainage for strong root systems.
- Humidity – When humidity matters and what actually helps.
- Fertilizing – Simple feeding routine without burning roots.
- Problems & pests – Yellow leaves, brown tips, bugs, and fixes that work.
- Semi-hydro – How to run low-maintenance mineral substrates.
Your new plant has just travelled a long way and needs a calm start in its new home. For step-by-step unboxing and first-week care, check our after-delivery care guide. For deeper tips on how your plant settles in over the next weeks, read our houseplant acclimatization guide.
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Philodendron patriciae
Sale price€39,00
Araceae
VAT included · plus Shipping costs
- Curated selection:
Every plant is hand‑picked for health and visual appeal, so you receive a strong, well‑established plant.
- Representative photos:
Product images show a typical plant of this variety. Natural differences in leaf number, shape or variegation are normal – your plant will still match in type and quality.
- Size details:
Listed sizes refer to pot diameter (cm) and approximate overall height (cm) from the base of the pot to the tallest leaf or stem.
- “Get What You See” items:
If you are buying the exact plant shown in the photos, this is clearly stated in the size section.
- Individual photos:
One‑off photos are only provided when this is explicitly mentioned in the size section. - For special traits or small quirks, please check the full product description.
Secure shipping – carefully packed orders with safe delivery across the EU, UK and Switzerland.
28-day plant guarantee – if a plant arrives damaged or fails soon after delivery, we help you make it right.
Free returns – simple, cost-free returns according to our policy.
For full details, please see:
Philodendron patriciae
Quick Care Guide
Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Water
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Airy + fast-draining • Light moisture buffer • Bark-based • Medium-chunky
Temperature
Ideal: 18–29 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
climbing vine
Support
optional
Growth speed
High
Max size indoors
Max. height with support: 300 cm • Max. spread: 150 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Tropical America; wet tropical habitat
How to read these metrics
These metrics are standardised reference points. We compile them by reviewing and cross-checking multiple botanical and horticultural references, then refining them through real-world growing experience. Source links: Plant Care Resources.
Please use the values as guidance. Conditions vary by home, so the same plant can respond differently. For plant-specific context, read the full product description and browse our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level + approximate lux at leaf level;
- Watering: “% dry” is the trigger before watering again; lower % stays more evenly moist.
- Potting mix: one-line profile (structure/drainage • moisture buffer • base • particle size).
- Temperature: “Ideal” comfort range; “Avoid below” marks higher stress risk.
- Humidity: target bands (Normal/Moist/Humid); consistency usually matters most.
- Growth habit: growth form (rosette, trailing, climbing) for placement and training.
- Support: needed/optional/none — whether stake, pole, or trellis improves structure and size.
- Growth speed: fast/average/slow under decent indoor conditions—expectations, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term potential; format differs for climbers vs. trailers.
- Toxicity & safety: chemical irritants/toxicity and physical hazards (spines, bristles).
- Origin & habitat: native region + typical biome/habitat as context.
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