1. a tropical climbing plant with large glossy leaves, commonly grown as a houseplant

Examples

• The philodendron in the corner of the room had grown quite large.
• She watered her philodendron twice a week.
• The heart-shaped leaves of the philodendron made it a popular houseplant.
• He trained his philodendron to climb up a moss pole.
• The philodendron’s vines cascaded beautifully from the hanging basket.
• Many varieties of philodendron are native to South America.