PHILODENDRON
₹799.00
🌿 Philodendron Plant
Philodendron is a large group of tropical plants in the Araceae (arum) family. They are popular houseplants because they are attractive, relatively easy to care for, and many varieties tolerate lower indoor light.
🌱 Main characteristics
- Leaves: Usually large, glossy, and green; shapes vary greatly by species.
- Growth: Some are climbers/vines, while others grow in a more upright, self-heading form.
- Native habitat: Tropical regions of the Americas, particularly Central and South America.
- Size: Depending on the species, they can remain compact or grow into very large plants.
- Flowers: They produce a specialized flower structure called a spadix, surrounded by a spathe.
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⚠️ Important
Philodendrons contain calcium oxalate crystals, so chewing or eating parts of the plant can cause irritation. Keep them away from pets and small children.
☀️ Basic care
| Requirement | What Philodendron likes |
|---|---|
| Light | Bright, indirect light; many tolerate moderate/low light |
| Water | Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry |
| Soil | Loose, well-draining, organic-rich mix |
| Temperature | Warm conditions; protect from cold |
| Humidity | Moderate to high humidity is beneficial |
| Fertilizer | Balanced houseplant fertilizer during active growth |
