Learn All About Philodendron with our Guide
Philodendron have around 450 different species. They are a popular houseplant choice due to their relatively easy care requirements and fast paced growth. One of the defining factors of a Philodendron is that they sometimes grow aerial roots. In the wild they use these to climb trees and help it to collect water.
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Light |
Philodendron prefers bright indirect light and can tolerate shadier areas. |
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Watering |
Water your Philodendron about once a week during the growing season (March-September). Reduce watering in Winter. |
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Humidity |
Philodendron appreciate being misted frequently as they love a humid environment. Alternatively put your Philodendron in the bathroom. |
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Temperature |
Philodendron enjoy temperatures between 16-24c. |
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Fertilizer |
Feed your Philodendron once a month within the growing season (March-September). |
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Toxicity |
Philodendron are toxic to animals and humans so it is best to keep them away from pets and small children. |
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Additional Care Information |
Brown leaf tips indicate too much bright light. Move your Philodendron to a shadier area and mist it more often to boost humidity. If many leaves are yellowing at the same time, this is also a sign of too much light. Drooping leaves is usually a sign of underwatering. Water your Philodendron and water more frequently. |
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Troubleshooting |
Leaves dropping off or stems going soft is a sign of overwatering. Should this happen cut off affected leaves and stems and allow soil to dry out completely before its next watering. Brown and dry patches on leaves indicates either too much sunlight or not enough humidity, move the plant to a more shaded area of the house and mist frequently. |
The information above is written by Plantila and should be used as a guide only. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need any additional advice. If you have purchased a plant at Plantila that's not doing so well please send us a picture via WhatsApp to 028 42 798478 and we will try to help.