Philodendron giganteum
Native range: Caribbean (Puerto Rico to Trinidad), Brazil, South America
Known names: Giant Philodendron, Giant Philo, Giganteum Elephant Ear
Hardiness: USDA 10(30-40°F) - 11(40-50°F), but best kept above freezing
Mature Size: 6'-8' tall indoors, leaves up to 4'-5' long and 3' wide
Light: Early morning sun, dappled light, diffused light
Water: Allow top 2" of soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Well-draining, rich in organic matter, with perlite and pine bark
Dormancy Period: N/A
Pet-Safe: No
Plant Size: Grown in pot, size varies
 
Hemiepiphytic, self-heading plant with enormous, glossy green, heart-shaped leaves. Rarely flowers indoors, though mature outdoor plants can produce a typical greenish-white aroid inflorescence. Grows both on the ground and up trees in its native habitat, and is fast-growing once established. Commonly grown in a chunky, well-draining aroid mix with bright, indirect light and consistently moist, never soggy, soil.