SPECIMEN NO. #108
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araceae
Philodendron melanochrysum
Common Name: Black Gold Philodendron
Black Gold Philodendron (Philodendron melanochrysum) is a houseplant in the Araceae family, native to Antioquia. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 2000 and 6000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 7 days, temperatures of 16–30°C, and about 55% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include inferred from aspca: genus 'philodendron' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. species-level confirmation pending. It is also known as black-gold philodendron.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Philodendron' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement
2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
6000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
55% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2871241
Native Biogeographical Range
Antioquia; BR; Colombia; San Luis | Antioquia | Chocó | Caquetá