Philodendron xanadu - 8L / 25cm / Large

One of the hardiest tropical plants available in NZ, Thaumatophyllum xanadu (formerly Philodendron) is a beauty indoors or out. This clumping plant develops stems over time and as old growth comes off, attractive eye-shaped leaf scars form on the wood-like stem with new growth emerging at the top. The mature leaf form varies and improves considerably within a year to two, developing its signature pinnate leaves that grow as large as a hand in shady positions.

Ideal for Beginner plant keepers or beyond.

Light Requirements: Bright Indirect Light is ideal, tolerant of medium light and gentle direct sun.

Moisture & Soil Requirements: Prefers evenly moist soil with good drainage in warm seasons - never soggy soil. Grows well in bark or sphagnum. Can handle short dry spells.

Growth & Nutrients: Grows up to 1m tall and wide as a multi-stemmed clump. Suits apartments or homes of any size. Feed with a general-purpose fertiliser for containers from the start of spring each year to autumn when growth slows down.

Temperature, Humidity & Ambient requirements: Prefers warm, humid environments inside. Outdoors in frost-free areas away from drafts, harsh sun. Does best in semi-shade or morning sun positions as underplanting.

Toxicity: Toxic to pets and people. Don't chomp down on this ever.