Philodendron joepii

$100

This is an incredibly special plant discovered by Joep Moonen.  It was found on the banks of the Matroni River in French Guiana in 1991.  (from aroids.org) When it was first sighted, it looked so malformed Joep Moonen thought it had been damaged by insects. Upon returning later, he realized this plant was growing on an ants nest.  He collected it and towed it behind the boat until the thousands of ants eventually dropped off. Only two specimens were ever found in the wild, both along the Matroni River.  It’s leaves grow to 28″, and is slow growing in a terrarium.  In a greenhouse it might be faster.

I will have one plant available every other year or so.  The plants will be sold with 2-3 leaves and aerial roots.

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