Philodendron Shangri La

Philodendron Shangri La Care

Philodendron 'shangri-la'

What is the plant

The stem is globular depressed, of a glossy dark green color. It has 15 to 20 protruding ribs. The central, hook-shaped spines are light brown (with a maximum of four, sometimes lacking), 2 cm long.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

14°C - 24°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Watering: Through Spring and Summer the soil should be kept moist but during winter the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings.
Pruning
Cutting back philodendron plants is beneficial if the plant is taking up too much space in the room, or if the plant looks long and leggy.
Fertilizer
Feed your plants once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season with a water soluble fertilizer.

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Soil
Soil. The Philodendron 'Shangri La' prefers aerated and light soils, rich in nutrients, with good drainage. In better-equipped garden centers, you can find special mixtures for Philodendrons or exotic plants.
Temperature
Your Philodendron Shangri La prefers temperatures above 55 degrees. Keep it away from drafts and open doors, especially during the winter. Feed once a month during spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer for indoor plants. Philodendron leaves are toxic to pets and humans.
Additional
If your kitten chews your philodendron, paws at his mouth and then rubs his eyes, they'll hurt too. Fortunately, that's the extent of the plant's toxicity.