Philodendron Choco Empress
4" Pot
$49.50
Sale price
$49.50
Regular price
Free shipping included
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Philodendron Choco Empress
$49.50
Sale price
$49.50
Regular price
Free shipping included
Light Bright, indirect lightCare EasyPets Not pet-safe
What arrives: your plant, rooted in soil in its 4" nursery pot. Pot size is the pot's diameter, not the plant's height — a larger pot generally means an older, larger plant. Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count.
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Free delivery, continental U.S. Packed and dispatched in 1–4 business days (we ship Monday–Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend); standard transit is then typically 3–7 business days. Heat packs are not included automatically — for cold-weather deliveries (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order. In extreme heat or cold we may hold your order until it is safe to ship, and will let you know. Shipping details
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Botanical Name: Philodendron hybrid
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Common Name: Philodendron ‘Choco Empress’
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Description: Philodendron ‘Choco Empress’ is a rare climbing hybrid prized for its large, velvety heart-shaped leaves. Juvenile leaves emerge a deep chocolate-brown or burgundy, maturing into dark green with golden undertones and pronounced veins. Its velvety texture gives it a regal, luxurious look—hence the name “Empress.” It’s a vigorous climber when given a moss pole or support and can develop very large leaves under the right conditions.
- Care: Grows best in partial to full shade, with moist, rich soil and consistent watering. Protect from harsh sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Why choose Philodendron Choco Empress
- Striking, tropical foliage that makes a statement
- Climbs a moss pole into a lush, jungle look
- Pushes out bold new leaves as it matures
Looks best: bright living-room corner with a moss pole.
What you receive
- One live Philodendron Choco Empress, rooted in soil in a 4" or 6" nursery pot (pick a size above).
- Nursery pot and soil included; a decorative planter only if you select one.
- Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count within the pot size you choose; we do not publish measured shipping heights.
Will it suit your home?
- Botanical name: Philodendron Choco Empress
- Light: Bright to medium, indirect; no harsh direct sun
- Water: when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly to moderate.
- Growth style: Climbing/vining tropical aroid.
- Mature size: Can grow large or long over time, especially with support — can vary by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Keep out of reach of pets.
Good fit: Philodendron and aroid fans · Bright, indirect-light spots · People who enjoy watching a plant grow and mature · Statement-foliage lovers · Beginners ready for an easygoing climber.
Think twice if: Homes where pets may chew leaves — it is toxic to cats and dogs · Very dark rooms · Anyone who tends to overwater plants · Shoppers wanting a compact plant that stays small.
Delivery and arrival help
- Ships free within the continental U.S. from a greenhouse in Florida or California, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil.
- Dispatched within 1–4 business days, Monday to Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend; standard transit is typically 3–7 business days after that.
- Heat packs are not included automatically: in cold weather (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order, and in extreme cold or heat we may hold the order until it is safe to ship — we will let you know.
- If it arrives dead, severely damaged, or significantly different from the description, email photos of the plant and packaging to info@shopfloridaplant.com within 48 hours of delivery for a full refund or a free replacement (refund policy).
- Give your plant a few days to settle in; minor cosmetic marks from transit are normal.
Care and common questions
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps Philodendron Choco Empress looking its best, but it can tolerate medium indirect light. In lower light it grows more slowly. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Watering: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry — it likes to dry out a bit between waterings rather than stay soggy. Empty any saucer so the roots don't sit in water.
- Humidity: Loves higher humidity as a tropical aroid, but adapts to normal household humidity; extra humidity supports lush, healthy growth.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (roughly 65–85°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and heating or AC vents.
- Soil: A chunky, well-draining aroid mix (potting soil with bark and perlite) in a pot with drainage.
- Support: Give it a moss pole or trellis to climb — climbing encourages larger, more mature leaves.
- Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Pruning: Trim to shape anytime; stem cuttings with a node root easily in water.
- Care tip: If leaves stay small or sparse, give it more bright indirect light and a pole to climb.
How often should I water Philodendron Choco Empress?
Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Philodendron Choco Empress need?
Bright, indirect light keeps Philodendron Choco Empress looking its best, but it can tolerate medium indirect light. In lower light it grows more slowly. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Is Philodendron Choco Empress pet safe?
No. Philodendron Choco Empress is considered toxic to cats and dogs if chewed, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Why are my Philodendron Choco Empress leaves yellowing or staying small?
Check the potting mix first. If it is still wet days after watering, the roots are sitting in soggy soil — let the top 1–2 inches dry out, make sure the pot drains, and water less often. If the mix is dry and the leaves are small or pale, it wants more bright, indirect light. If neither fits, think about recent changes: a move, a draft, or a cold window.