Philodendron ornatum is a species of evergreen climbing plant in the genus Philodendron native to tropical South America and Trinidad and Tobago. This species has distinct leaves, stems, and flowers that can vary in appearance depending on the specific cultivar. It is highly regarded for its striking appearance, featuring large, glossy green leaves that have silver blotches in the juvenile stage. It was once classified as synonymous with Philodendron sodiroi.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Philodendron ornatum being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Philodendron eximium
- Philodendron thalassicum
- Philodendron schottianum
- Philodendron ernestii
- Philodendron findens
- Philodendron pterotum
Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Liliopsida
- Order
- Alismatales
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Philodendron
- Species
- Philodendron ornatum
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