Philodendron squamiferumThis special species is native to several parts of South America. As it matures it will develop more distinct lobes and can resemble more of an oak leaf in shape. The real intrigue with this plant is the stem and petioles are completely covered in hairs, also known as pubescence. New pubescence will be bright red! A true weirdo! Care: These would be happiest in a bright filtered light and taking care to avoid direct sun. As with most aroids, water

They do NOT do well when in lower light conditions

Hailing from boggy areas of Madagascar

these can become absolutely massive

This Brazilian species is Arium's absolute favorite Calathea

It is amazing we have been able to see this plant produced for horticulture

Their leaves emerge in a light pink color

Begonia ferox is an extremely striking begonia

so they can go slightly dry between full waterings

As a houseplant

These form a caudex and or a swelled up trunk near the base

Water roughly every 10-14 during the spring and summer when the soil is dry or the foliage feels limp

Cut back to light watering roughly once a month as the colder months as it will go dormant