Product Description:
A philodendron selloum is native to South America but also grows on the east and gulf coasts of the United States. They are easy to care for and have beautiful, broad tropical leaves that will liven up your home. Which are easily recognized for their foliage with large green leaves that can grow up to 5 feet long! Their enormous leaves are shiny and create cool-patterned shadows because of their unique cutouts.
Light:
Place the plant in bright indirect light but avoid direct sun. In lower light the leaves turn a darker green.
Soil:
Use a rich, slightly alkaline, peat moss based soil that retains moisture but still drains quickly.
Water:
The selloum likes moist but not soggy soil. During the winter, water less, keeping the soil barely moist.
Fertilizer:
Feed monthly during the spring, summer, and fall with a water-soluble, balanced plant food diluted to ½ the recommended strength.
Temperature:
Best temperature for a philodendron selloum: Warm temperatures above 55°F (12.8°C). Keep these plants away from cold drafts and open doors during the winter.
Humidity:
It requires a humid environment to grow well. If your home or office is very dry, especially during the in winter, place your selloum near a humidifier or sit it on a wet pebble tray.
Pruning:
Use a sharp pruners or scissors to control the size and shape of the plant. You can remove entire leaves by cutting them off at the base of the leaf stem. Remove the lower leaves if you want to reveal the plant’s stem.
Propagation:
The easiest and arguably best method of propagating a Philodendron plant is to do so through stem cuttings.
