Philodendron 'Jose Buono' 10.5cm Plants GrowTropicals
Philodendron 'Jose Buono' — 6cm A++
Philodendron 'Jose Buono' Plants GrowTropicals
Variegated Philodendron

Philodendron 'Jose Buono'

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Description

Philodendron 'Jose Buono' is a rare variegated Philodendron that produces large, elongated, paddle-shaped leaves splashed and streaked with creamy white variegation on a deep green background. The variegation is bold and varies from leaf to leaf, creating a constantly evolving display as the plant grows. It is a climber and develops significantly larger, more dramatic leaves when given a moss pole to ascend.

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How to care for Philodendron 'Jose Buono'

Keep me in bright, gentle light away from harsh sun and water me once my top few centimetres feel dry.

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What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Philodendron 'Jose Buono'

Philodendron 'Jose Buono' is a houseplant that takes a little effort. It needs bright indirect light, watering once the top 2 to 3cm of compost has dried out, a little extra humidity and a minimum temperature of 13°C. It is harmful to pets and small children if eaten.

Good for

Living Room Kitchen

Care level

EasyChallenge

A little effort

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.

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Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Let the top few centimetres dry out

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth. Read moreShow less

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Prefers a little extra humidity

This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity. Read moreShow less

This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity.

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Temperature

Keep above 13°C · Happy at normal room temperature

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Soil & Substrate

Our Monstera and Philodendron Premium Potting Mix provides a peat-free, well-draining blend suited to this plant. Water when the top 2–3 cm of substrate is dry. Bright, indirect light is essential to maintain stable variegation.

Growth habit

Climbing →

Plant type

Aroid →Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Harmful if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children, and wash your hands after pruning.

Origins

Philodendron 'Jose Buono' is a cultivated variegated selection. Philodendrons as a genus are native to the tropical Americas, growing in a range of forest habitats from dense understorey to canopy edges.

Genus

Philodendron →
More on caring for houseplants What does bright indirect light mean? Should I mist my houseplants?
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Frequently Asked Questions

How variegated will my plant be?

Variegation is one of the things that makes each plant truly one of a kind, and it's also one of the hardest things to guarantee. Every variegated plant is unique, and the amount, pattern, and intensity of variegation will vary from plant to plant, leaf to leaf, and even season to season.

The photos on our site are representative of the variety and we do our best to pick out the most representative plant of the bunch, but your plant may have more or less variegation than what's pictured. That's not a fault, it's the nature of how variegation works. It's influenced by light, genetics, and growing conditions, and it will continue to change as your plant grows in your home.

A few things worth knowing: bright, indirect light tends to encourage stronger variegation. Too little light and your plant may push out more green leaves to compensate. Too much direct sun and you risk scorching the paler sections, which have less chlorophyll to protect them. Finding the right balance for your space is part of the journey.

Does this plant need a support pole?

Yes, this plant will benefit from additional support. As a natural climber, it produces larger, more impressive leaves when given something to grow against. A moss pole or coir support is ideal. You can find our full range of plant supports here.

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Everything about Philodendron

Philodendrons are by far one of our favourite houseplants to grow. With their incredible tropical foliage and relatively low maintenance care requirements, they make excellent additions to any indoor space. These plants belong to a diverse genus with nearly...

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Rated by real customers

Customers praised this variegated plant as "stunning" and "gorgeous" with beautiful bold variegation. Shoppers consistently noted excellent packaging and healthy plants arriving in perfect condition. One mentioned it's "not cheap" but worth the investment. Delivery concerns with Royal Mail were noted.

  • All I can say is stunning, healthy and I am so happy with it.
  • Gorgeous big plant, very healthy with beautiful bold variegation on the large leaves.
  • The plant is absolutely gorgeous and far surpassed my expectations.
  • 5 stars: 11 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
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Elise L.
Beautiful plant

Came packaged with care. Looks beautiful with lots of varigation

Elise L. review photo
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S.B.

Very beautiful healthy plant excellent packaging

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MS

Very beautiful healthy plant excellent packaging

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Donna d.
all i can say is

all i can say is stunning, healthy and i am so happy with it.

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Michael S.
Gorgeous big plant, very healthy

Gorgeous big plant, very healthy and already putting out new growth. Appears to have acclimatised to my home very quickly. Beautiful bold variegation on the large leaves. Plant came packaged beautifully as always from Grow Tropicals; not a leaf damaged and not a bit of soil spilled. I’ve heard from several sources that this is an easy going plant that will adapt to most conditions so I look forward to seeing it grow and (hopefully) thrive.

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Jemma K.
GrowTropicals have raised the bar

GrowTropicals have raised the bar in terms of my expectations when buying plants online. The packaging was excellent and even the new unfurled leaf on my plant arrived in perfect condition. The Jose Buono I received is absolutely gorgeous and far surpassed my expectations. Thank you!

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Suzanne C.
Little gem

The plant arrived beautifully packaged and in perfect condition. Am doing my best to keep it happy and give it what it needs. Looking forward to seeing future growth.

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Gemma B.
Was a very nice variegated

Was a very nice variegated plant xx

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Toroun O.
Still on its original 6cm

Still on its original 6cm pot for now in mini Ikea cabinet to acclimatise- then will repot into clear pot for roots to develop until grown - repot again in Leca or Pon we shall see x

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Ben

Lovely plant. It's not cheap, but im sure it will be worth it once it settles and grows into a large beauty! Arrived with a good amount of variegation and a new leaf on the way. Well packaged, my only gripe is the use of Royal Mail who are useless when it comes to delivering!

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Ben

Lovely plant. It's not cheap, but im sure it will be worth it once it settles and grows into a large beauty! Arrived with a good amount of variegation and a new leaf on the way. Well packaged, my only gripe is the use of Royal Mail who are useless when it comes to delivering!

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