Philodendron billietiae 'Variegated'

Variegated Billietiae

Variegated SportRare Cultivar
£££ · RareLowFrench Guiana, Brazil
Variegated Billietiae

Morphology

leaf ShapeElongated cordate (heart-shaped) with acuminate tip
leaf Length45 - 75 cm
leaf Width15 - 25 cm
petiole ColorVibrant orange to orange-red
venationPinnate, distinct green midrib
textureSemi-glossy, firm and waxy
variegationYellow to cream sectoral and marbled variegation
growth HabitClimbing with thick aerial roots

About

Philodendron billietiae 'Variegated' is a stunning variegated form of the beloved billietiae species. Known for its long-stalked, elongated heart-shaped leaves, this cultivar displays striking yellow to cream variegation patterns that contrast beautifully with its rich green base. The bright orange petioles add an additional layer of visual interest, making it a highly sought-after specimen among aroid collectors. Native to the tropical regions of French Guiana and Brazil, this climbing philodendron rewards patient growers with increasingly dramatic foliage as it matures.

Climate Profile

OriginFrench Guiana, Brazil
Humidity65 - 85%
Temperature18 - 28°C
LightBright, indirect filter — higher light for variegation
FamilyAraceae
GenusPhilodendron

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Field Notes · Vol. 114 July 2022

Orange Petioles in Splashed Gold

Philodendron billietiae was discovered in 1981 in French Guiana by Frieda Billiet. It is immediately recognizable by its long, strap-like leaves and bright orange petioles. The variegated clone, featuring bold splashes of yellow and cream, is one of the most stunning sights in aroid cultivation. A 1995 study on neotropical hemi-epiphytes highlighted billietiae's climbing habit, utilizing its orange petioles to position leaves outward to catch light. The variegated sections disrupt the photosynthesis rate, making it slower than the green form, but the combination of orange, green, and gold is unmatched.

Written at AroidAtlas research station— Aroid Aaron

Quick Facts

growth HabitClimbing hemiepiphyte on moss pole
mature Size45 - 75 cm leaf length
lightBright, indirect filter — higher light for variegation
humidity65 - 85%
temperature18 - 28°C
difficultyIntermediate
growth SpeedModerate
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