Tree Philodendron Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Tree Philodendron or Lacy Tree Philodendron is known for its large, glossy, deeply grooved, palm-like leaves. This plant is commonly used as an indoor plant to adorn the room. It can grow up to 1 meter in length on its native habit. Tree Philodendron needs bright, indirect light for optimal growth.
Common Name |
Lacy Tree Philodendron, Split Leaf Philodendron, Philodendron selloum
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Shrubs
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron bipinnatifidum
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Tree Philodendron Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Tree Philodendron.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Tree Philodendron needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Tree Philodendron needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Tree Philodendron Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Tree Philodendron to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Tree Philodendron prefers High humidity levels, between 60% and 70%. |
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Tree Philodendron Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Tree Philodendron. |
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Suitability in pots |
3L
Tree Philodendron plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 3L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Tree Philodendron Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Tree Philodendron plant. |
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Maximum Height |
72 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
96 Inches or
3 meters
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Color |
Green
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Characteristics |
Plant of Merit
Showy
Semi-Evergreen
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Is Tree Philodendron toxic to pets? |
Yes
Tree Philodendron is also toxic for dogs and humans if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
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Tree Philodendron Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Tree Philodendron, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Tree Philodendron Native Region |
Find out where the Tree Philodendron plant originated. |
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Country |
South America
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Specific Location
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Tree Philodendron is native to Paraguay and southeastern Brazil |
