Water
Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, as this plant dislikes consistently wet roots.
Also known as Philodendron Florida Ghost
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Philodendron pedatum is a tropical vine with deeply lobed, arrowhead-shaped leaves, popular as a houseplant for its foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
70% intensity
Avoid direct sun.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
60% intensity
Avoid waterlogged soil.
Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and potting soil. Good aeration is important.
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are suitable.
50% intensity
Keep above 13°C.
House Plant, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season.
40% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause oral irritation, swelling, and digestive upset if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, as this plant dislikes consistently wet roots.
Prune to maintain shape, control size, or remove dead or yellowing leaves. Cuttings can be used for propagation. Pruning encourages bushier growth.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take cuttings with at least one node and root them in water or moist potting mix. New plants can establish quickly.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one. Use fresh potting mix to provide nutrients.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Where Philodendron Pedatum (Philodendron pedatum) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Philodendron |
| Species | Philodendron pedatum |
Similar in genus Philodendron
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data