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Philodendron Rugosum Care

Philodendron Rugosum

Other names: Sow's Ear Plant

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What is the plant

Philodendron Rugosum got the nickname Pigskin Philodendrom because of the particular texture and shape of its leaves. It has thick, leathery leaves with a hide like texture, that wrinkle up as they come together with the stem, making them look like alien pig ears.

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Humidity

Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

Temperature

3°C - 13°C

Hardiness zone

Hardiness zone

max 11

Difficulty

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

  • Water

    Water

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    Water the plant right away if the soil is dry, but let it dry a little if it comes in already moist. Expect the plant to drop some leaves or be droopy and sad for a while and have some patience.

  • Pruning

    Pruning

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    If you aren’t sure your plant needs pruning, wait. Pruning a philodendron shouldn’t be done if it isn’t really necessary, and a good pruning job should never detract from the overall appearance of the plant. In other words, your work really shouldn’t be noticeable.

  • Fertilizer

    Fertilizer

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    Do not fertilize your plant right away, you can wait until you see new growth.

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  • Sunlight

    Sunlight

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    Light. Philodendron Rugosum grows perfectly in partial sun and dappled shade. More bright indirect light is always good and it will make your plant grow faster and develop larger leaves. Place it in an eastern facing window or slightly further away from a southern facing window.

  • Soil

    Soil

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    As for most philodendrons, the Philodendron Rugosum need well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging.

  • Temperature

    Temperature

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    Temperature. Because the Philodendron Rugosum is a tropical plant, it doesn't tolerate cold temperatures very well. It is not frost hardy and will have frost damage if left in the cold for too long. The ideal temperatures for it are from 55 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

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  • Container

    Container

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    Philodendron Rugosum Sow's Ear Plant in 4” Pot. Sow's ear is one of the unusual leaf philodendron ever.

  • Additional

    Additional

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    Toxicity to pets This special plant originates in the rain forests of Ecuador and grows in the Andes mountains at an elevation of 3000 to 5000 feet. First described in science only in 1983, the Philodendron Rugosum got the nickname Pigskin Philodendrom because of the particular texture and shape of its leaves.

  • Popularity

    Popularity

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    58 people already have this plant 8 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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