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Xanadu Philodendron
Philodendron xanadu
Upright aroids (Aglaonema, Dieffenbachia)Mood Meter: Go With the Flow
Also called: Philodendron Xanadu, Xanadu
Scientific Name History
Current accepted name: Philodendron xanadu
Previously or alternatively classified as: Thaumatophyllum xanadu
How to identify it
Compact self-supporting philodendron with many narrow, deeply lobed leaf segments forming a dense mound.
Growing characteristics
Growth habit: compact self supporting.
Plant Mood Meter: Go With the Flow
Compact, sturdy, and relatively forgiving with good filtered light and an airy root zone.
Care guide
Light
Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle morning sun can be tolerated.
Water
Water after the upper portion dries; avoid chronic saturation.
Soil / substrate
Chunky, airy aroid mix.
Humidity
Average household humidity is usually sufficient.
Support / growth
No climbing support needed.
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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