Features

• Foliage: Glossy, deeply lobed green leaves up to 40 cm long and 30 cm wide, forming dense clumps up to 1.5 meters tall and 2 meters wide.
• Growth Habit: Compact, self-supporting, and bushy, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings.
• Taxonomy: Originally classified under the Philodendron genus, reclassified to the Thaumatophyllum genus in 2018.
• Toxicity: Contains calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by humans or pets.

Uses

• Indoor Decor: Enhances interior spaces with its tropical aesthetic.
• Outdoor Landscaping: Serves as an effective ground cover or border plant in shaded garden areas.
• Air Purification: Contributes to improved indoor air quality by filtering airborne toxins.

Care Guide

Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light. Tolerates short periods of low light but avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.

Watering

• Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.

Soil

• Prefers well-draining, rich soil. A mix containing peat, perlite, and compost works well to provide adequate drainage and nutrients.

Temperature & Humidity

• Optimal temperature range is between 18°C to 29°C (65°F to 85°F). Protect from temperatures below 13°C (55°F).
• Enjoys high humidity levels (50-70%) but can adapt to average household humidity.

Fertilization

• Feed monthly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellow or damaged leaves to encourage new growth and maintain appearance.
• Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant outgrows its container.