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Golden Crocodile

About Golden Crocodile

Philodendrons grow aerial roots that grip the bark of trees, allowing them to grow over 20 feet tall! Their leaves change shape as they climb and can grow larger than a dinner plate. Fossils show Philodendrons growing as far back as 30 million years ago when South America was still connected to Antarctica! ❄️

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Philodendron 'Golden Crocodile'

Genus

Philodendron

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

How to care for Golden Crocodile

💦 Water

How often to water your Golden Crocodile

Golden Crocodile needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Golden Crocodile in your home

Golden Crocodile may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Golden Crocodile in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Golden Crocodile

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Golden Crocodile: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Golden Crocodile after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Golden Crocodile is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Golden Crocodile →

Common Golden Crocodile Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Golden Crocodile prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Golden Crocodile Water Frequency →

Golden Crocodile Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Golden Crocodile can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Golden Crocodile Light Requirements →

Golden Crocodile Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Golden Crocodile is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

💨 Humidity

Golden Crocodile prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Golden Crocodile Humidity Needs →

🪴 Soil

Golden Crocodile does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Golden Crocodile →

When and How to Successfully Repot Golden Crocodile →

💩 Fertilizer

Golden Crocodile should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Golden Crocodile →

❄️ Dormancy

Golden Crocodile does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

🌎 Native Region

Golden Crocodile is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Golden Crocodile bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Golden Crocodile Flowers →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Golden Crocodile is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

How and When to Prune Golden Crocodile →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Golden Crocodile can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Golden Crocodile Temperature Tolerance →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Golden Crocodile, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.