Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum is a tropical plant that is usually grown in full sun, but can tolerate and adapt to deep shade. It grows best in rich, moisture-retentive soil that can be slightly alkaline. However, it cannot tolerate high salt concentration in soil. It is capable of supporting itself at massive heights by producing tree-like bases. However, it will exhibit epiphytic characteristics if given the opportunity to attach itself to a nearby supporting tree and climb upon it. The trunk of this plant can send down many strong aerial roots that not only give support to the overall plant mass, but also serve to absorb water and nutrients from the soil. This plant is greatly known for its ease in covering a land mass, and typically spread out its tree-like trunk from anywhere between eight and ten feet. Alternatively, if grown in cooler climates with at least some freezing winter weather, its entire aboveground structures will die back completely at a hard frost and then sprout back from the roots the following spring.
Philodendron Bipennfolium Care
Philodendron Bipennfolium
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Humidity
High
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
8°C - 18°C
Hardiness zone
11 - 12
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Wait for the soil to dry out before you go ahead and water your plant again. Of course, don’t leave the soil dry for long either.
Pruning
Typically, you'll want to prune in either the spring or fall. Be sure to use pruning shears to create a clean cut. Also, throughout the year, you can safely give your Birkin a light trim, removing any yellowing leaves or areas infected by pests or disease.
Fertilizer
You only need to fertilize the plant about three times a year, depending on its’ health.
Sunlight
The Philodendron bipennifolium plant needs sunlight.
Soil
Your Philodendron bipennifolium plant will thrive in a loamy soil. Loamy soil is a great well-draining soil that many plants adore.
Temperature
A tropical plant, Bipennifolium will not tolerate cold or frost. The temperature range during the day should be somewhere between 75 °F-85 °F. During the night a temperature range of 65 °F-70 °F will work best.
Additional
Poisoning Symptoms: Intense burning sensation of the mouth, throat, lips and tongue; excessive drooling, choking and swelling of the throat, inability or difficulty swallowing (dysphagia); symptoms may continue to occur up to two weeks after ingestion. Growth. Philodendron bipennifolium plants grow between three feet and seven feet in height. The structure or mossy pole you use helps determine the height your plant will grow to be. The leaves on this Philodendron grow anywhere from 10 inches to 18 inches in length.
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