{"product_id":"philodendron-green-congo-copper-flame-variegated","title":"Philodendron Green Congo 'Copper Flame' Variegated","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhilodendron 'Green Congo Copper Flame Variegated' is the Congo that arrived wearing three things at once and pulled all of them off simultaneously—those large, self-heading leaves combine the Congo's substantial glossy form with warm copper-orange new growth coloring AND irregular cream variegation in a combination so layered and visually complex it looks less like a single plant and more like a botanical collaboration between everyone with strong aesthetic opinions. Every new leaf is a different composition of copper, cream, and deep green that matures through warm tones before settling into rich variegated green, and the whole architectural specimen builds into something that makes a room look like it was designed around it. Rare, layered, and entirely serious about being extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Card\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bright indirect, consistently. Cream variegated sections have reduced chlorophyll and the warm copper new growth needs good light to develop its most saturated color; low light flattens both the variegation and the color expression simultaneously—losing the two things that make this plant worth having.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e — Let the top 1–2 inches dry between waterings, then water thoroughly and drain. Well-draining aroid mix essential; cream variegated tissue is less forgiving of soggy roots than standard Congo—consistent but precise watering keeps this layered composition pushing healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💨 \u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 60–75% preferred. Humidifier recommended; dry air causes browning that shows immediately against both the pale cream variegation and the warm copper sections—neither forgives dry air gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e — 65–85°F. Never below 62°F. Stable warmth keeps those copper and cream variegated leaves unfurling consistently; cold drafts damage pale sections faster and reduce the warm color intensity simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e — Half-strength balanced liquid every 2–3 weeks in spring and summer. Monthly in early fall. Nothing in winter; variegated tissue is fertilizer-sensitive—consistent and gentle over aggressive and occasional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eToxicity\u003c\/strong\u003e — Toxic to pets and humans. Calcium oxalate crystals cause oral irritation and vomiting if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🐣 \u003cstrong\u003eBeginner Friendly?\u003c\/strong\u003e — No. Rare, layered variegation, warm color expression, and collector pricing make this one for experienced growers who can provide the conditions that something this compositionally extraordinary deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW OUR SHIPPING WORKS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more details, please see our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/botanybooksandbooze.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e to support your plants for a healthy journey in all seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePLEASE NOTE: What you see is the vibe — not the exact plant. 🌿 Each plant has its own personality (some a little more dramatic than others). Leaf shape, size, and variegation will vary, but pot size is consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BWH Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62347395563907,"sku":"BWH4157","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/7578\/8931\/files\/original_16d13c74-bcd3-4d9f-bb18-9e72c1db1cb5.jpg?v=1789765096","url":"https:\/\/botanybooksandbooze.com\/products\/philodendron-green-congo-copper-flame-variegated","provider":"Botany Books \u0026 Booze","version":"1.0","type":"link"}