Philodendron Verrucosum

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Philodendron verrucosum

Vining aroids (pothos, philodendron, syngonium)Mood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance

Also called: Verrucosum

How to identify it

Velvety heart-shaped leaves with contrasting veins and distinctly hairy/bristly petioles.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: climbing.

Plant Mood Meter: Kinda High-Maintenance

Velvety leaves and hairy petioles are stunning, but the plant prefers stable warmth, humidity, moisture, and climbing support.

Care guide

Light

Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Avoid harsh direct sun.

Water

Keep moisture moderately consistent without saturating the roots.

Soil / substrate

Chunky, airy aroid mix.

Humidity

Moderate to high humidity is strongly helpful.

Support / growth

Provide vertical climbing support.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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