I trained my tree philodendron by staking the main stem and pruning side shoots to encourage height. After two years it looks like a small indoor tree with a woody trunk and a canopy of large glossy leaves at the top. Training a tree philodendron is about more than just pruning; it’s an art that […]
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I bought a variegated Philodendron micans cutting with one small leaf showing a streak of cream. That single streak has multiplied into a vine where half the leaves carry patches of white, pink, and lime green. Originating from the lush tropical regions of the Caribbean and Central America, this plant is not only beautiful but
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I bought my Philodendron camposportoanum before it had a widely used common name, so I memorized the Latin from the nursery tag. The leaves start out tiny and coppery, then darken and develop deep lobes as the plant matures. If you’re like me, you’ll fall in love with its unique foliage and the way it
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My Philodendron Silver Cloud looked silvery gray when I bought it under nursery lighting. At home under normal room light the leaves shifted to a muted green with silver mottling, which is the more natural color for this climbing species. My journey with the Philodendron Silver Cloud began like many others—curiosity and a love for
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My Philodendron rugosum was barely six inches tall when I bought it, but the leaves were already thick and wrinkled like old leather. Two years later it has climbed a moss pole and the foliage is the size of my hand with deep texture. As someone who cherishes plants, I was excited to learn more
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My philodendron barely grew for a year until I moved it to a brighter spot and started fertilizing every two weeks during spring and summer. The new leaves started coming in larger, darker, and closer together on the stem. From the Heartleaf Philodendron to the Pink Princess, these plants are known for their adaptability. However,
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I have searched for rare philodendrons online and watched prices climb as demand outpaces supply. Some varieties like spiritus sancti are so scarce that cuttings sell for hundreds of dollars, making them inaccessible to most collectors. Among the many varieties, some philodendrons stand out for their rarity and beauty. The Philodendron Pink Princess, with its
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I bought Philodendron Burle Marx fantasy after comparing it to the standard Burle Marx and preferring the variegated cream-and-green leaves. Each new leaf is unpredictable, with some showing heavy cream patches and others staying mostly green. Originating from the lush tropics, the Philodendron Burle Marx Fantasy is a hybrid that has gained popularity for its
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I take philodendron cuttings in spring when the plant is actively growing and the days are getting longer. The cuttings root faster and establish more quickly than ones I have taken in winter, when growth slows to a crawl. One of the most important steps in propagating philodendrons is using sharp, sanitized tools to take
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My Philodendron hederaceum was the first plant I propagated successfully. I took a cutting with two leaves, placed it in water, and watched roots form within ten days. That single cutting now fills a ten-inch hanging basket. Native to the tropical regions of South and Central America, the heart-leaf philodendron brings a touch of the
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