Snowdrift Philodendron

Snowdrift Philodendron Care

Philodendron X 'snowdrift'

What is the plant

Philodendron X 'Snowdrift' is a very unusually variegated, scandent Philodendron hybrid. Information circling around the web has it that it is a hybrid of P. pinnatifidum (Jacq.)Schott and P. giganetum Schott, however this information is not confirmed. Juvenile leaves of Philodendron X 'Snowdrift' start out very bright, almost white, with small green flecks.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Hardiness zone

11 - 13

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water the Philodendron Brandi plant deeply, but allow the top of the soil to become moderately dry before the next watering. Philodendrons are tough plants, so they will not be bothered if you forget to water your plant once or twice. If your plant has droopy and curly leaves, it is receiving insufficient water supply.
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. This type of pruning is best done in spring or fall. You can safely give your philodendron a light trim any time of year to remove yellowing leaves and trim spindly growth.
Fertilizer
Philodendrons are not heavy feeders, but they do benefit from a bit of fertilizing, especially during the growing season. Using a quality fertilizer will help your philodendron to grow larger and more vibrant leaves.

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Sunlight
Being a Philodendron, it is quite tough and competitive, so grows well under trees or in crowded plantings. It takes anything from full sun to full shade. Xanadu is occasionally grown as an indoor plant, where it should do well if not over-watered.
Soil
Philodendrons grow best in soil that is consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of the soil is dry, keeping in mind that soil in unglazed clay or ceramic containers tends to dry out faster than soil in plastic or glazed containers.
Temperature
Philodendron grow well in normal household temperatures, between 70°-80ºF during the day and above 55º F at night.

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Container
Initially, a philodendron should be planted in a container that is slightly larger than its root ball and has ample drainage holes.
Additional
All parts of the plant contain needle-like calcium oxalate crystals, which if chewed or eaten, can cause immediate pain or a burning sensation and swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue and throat. Swelling may cause copious salivation, difficulty in breathing, swallowing or speaking.