Philodendron Plethora: 41 Exceptional Varieties for Your Indoor Jungle

If you’ve caught the philodendron bug, you’re in good company. These tropical beauties are a favorite among houseplant enthusiasts due to their low-maintenance nature and stunning variety of colors, shapes, and sizes. From towering climbers to compact self-heading plants, there’s a philodendron out there for everyone.

The World of Philodendrons

Before we dive into the exceptional varieties, let’s explore the different categories of philodendrons:

Climbing vs. non-climbing (vining vs. self-heading)
Epiphytes, hemiepiphytes, and terrestrial varieties
Most philodendrons prefer bright, indirect light and moderate watering

Now, let’s meet 41 of the most interesting, adaptable, and accessible philodendron varieties:

Atom
Dwarf cultivar of P. bipinnatifidum with dark green glossy leaves
Upright growth habit, perfect for smaller spaces
Billie
Native to Brazil, French Guiana, and Guyana
Dark green, glossy leaves with wavy margins and yellow-orange petioles
Birkin
Upright plant with heart-shaped green leaves striped in cream or yellow
Slow-growing chimera of ‘Rojo Congo’ with eye-catching stripes
Black-Gold
Lesser-known species with dark green leaves, golden veins, and velvety texture
Climbing South American native, perfect for adding drama to your indoor jungle
Black Cardinal
P. erubescens cultivar with dark green leaves and deep red undersides
Gothic aesthetic with an impressive height of around five feet
Brandi
Climbing epiphyte from Colombia, Brazil, and Bolivia
Tolerates dry soil and has heart-shaped leaves with grayish variegation
Brasil
Heart-leaf cultivar with lemon and lime variegation
Epiphyte that wraps itself up trees and stays modest in size indoors
Burgundy Princess
‘Pink Princess’ with little variegation, sold as ‘Burgundy Princess’
Dark green and burgundy hues with striking upright habit
Burle Marx
Climbing plant from Columbia, Ecuador, and Brazil with glossy green leaves
Adaptable and easy-growing, perfect for new houseplant enthusiasts
Congo Green
- Hybrid with glossy dark green leaves and reddish petioles
- Resembles ‘Rojo Congo’ but with a larger stature