Philodendron Hope Selloum

Philodendron Hope Selloum Care

Philodendron bipinnatifidum

Other names: Tree Philodendron

What is the plant

A low-maintenance green giant that will bring a splash of tropical forest to any garden. Its leaves and ability to climb allow for a truly immersive beauty.

Indigenous to South America, this evergreen shrub is also known as Split Leaf Philodendron, Red Emerald, Horsehead Philodendron, and several other common names. In other languages, it is also called “monkey’s banana”.

The easiest way to identify it is by its large bright green glossy leaves with indented lobes. It flourishes in summer, bearing showy flowers ranging from burgundy shades to lavender and white, although indoor plants usually don’t produce them. Its fruits resemble a berry and are red, orange, and white.

Sturdy and easy to care for, this plant will cease to grow upwards with age and will lie along the ground. Keep in mind that it is poisonous, so keep away from pets and children.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

21°C - 30°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant enjoys medium humidity and can’t tolerate droughts. Overwatering will cause underdevelopment, smaller leaves without lobes, and damage to the roots as it is prone to root rot.
Pruning
This plant can grow up to 6 feet (2 m) when in a pot and 13 feet (4 m) in gardens, so pruning should be done according to space and personal preferences. Keep in mind that it takes about 10 years to reach maturity.
Fertilizer
There are no specific fertilization requirements.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
It prefers medium light to partial shade but can tolerate low light for prolonged periods, although it will cause leaves to be smaller and lose their distinct lobes. Full sun exposure can cause leaf burn.
Soil
Ideally, the soil should be moist, well-drained, and high in organic matter.
Propagation
Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings, preferably in spring.

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Temperature
Philodendron Hope Selloum is a tropical plant, so it doesn’t sustain temperatures below 35 ºF (2 ºC). The ideal temperature range is 65-80°F (18-26°C).
Container
Any container, as long as it has drainage holes.
Fun fact
It was recently reclassified. This explains why many of its common names have the “Philodendron” genus, referencing its old classification. But it is genetically distinct from its previous genus, and its new genus name roughly translates to “Wonder Leaf”.