Philodendron bipinnatifidum

Tree Philodendron / Split-leaf Philodendron

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Large tropical aroid with deeply lobed, glossy leaves. Popular indoor specimen known for dramatic foliage and potential tree-like growth habit over time.
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Plant Details

Common Name Tree Philodendron / Split-leaf Philodendron
Family Araceae
Genus Philodendron
Species Bipinnatifidum
Origin Brazil
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; produces spathe and spadix on mature specimens.
Leaf Color Deep emerald green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining aroid mix: peat moss, perlite, and orchid bark for aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth. Reduce watering in winter dormancy. Prefers high humidity.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid direct scorching sun which causes leaf burn.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season.

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Pruning

Remove dead or yellow basal leaves to maintain shape; cut aerial roots if they become invasive.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1400 – 3200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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