A big-leafed green beauty straight from the tropical forest of South America that is easy to care for and offers air purifying services.
Philodendron Billietiae (non variegated) Care
Philodendron billietiae
What is the plant
Native to the tropical forests of Brazil, Guyana, and French Guiana, this evergreen is easy to care for and easy to maintain for several years.
Its large bright green spear-shaped leaves matched with its yellow or orange stems in a unique contrast that allows for easy identification. It has wide green leaves with a wavy to ruffle-like effect and ridged leaf edges, and they can grow long, especially in the wild, where each leaf can spread for up to 3 feet (92 cm) long.
This plant is toxic to both animals and humans when ingested, so make sure to keep it out of reach of pets and kids.
humidity
Normal
lighting
Part sun and part shade
temperature
13°C - 18°C
hardiness zone
10 - 11
difficulty
Hard
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Allow for the soil to dry between watering sessions, which roughly translates to watering once a week. It can tolerate small drought periods but refrain from overwatering and letting the soil become excessively moist. It enjoys humidity due to its tropical nature, so a pebble tray with water or periodic misting might be necessary.
Pruning
In indoor settings, it usually grows up to 3 feet (92 cm), and it doesn’t require pruning aside from removing dead and damaged leaves.
Fertilizer
Fertilizing is required, ideally with fertilizers rich in potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus.
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Sunlight
It likes bright places with large quantities of indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight causes leaf burning.
Soil
Common potting mix is usually too heavy on its own and should be mixed with perlite or compost. Make sure the soil is well-drained.
Propagation
This plant can be propagated through water or soil propagation with stem cuttings.
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Temperature
Philodendron Billietiae prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 65-80 ºF (18-27 ºC). Keep in mind that it doesn’t tolerate the cold, so temperatures shouldn’t drop below 55 ºF (13 ºC).
Container
A container should be big enough to prevent root stress and drainage holes, as this plant is prone to root rot. A trellis could also be employed to prevent the plant from drooping. It might need to be repotted every two years.
Fun fact
Philodendron Billietiae has air-purifying qualities that make it able to filter toxins in the air and improve air quality.
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