Thaumatophyllum adamantinum is a striking aroid known for its architectural, deeply lobed leaves, adding a bold, tropical statement to indoor spaces.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Indoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Irritant
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering frequency in winter, allowing the soil to dry more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to remove any yellowing or damaged leaves. Use clean, sharp pruning shears.
Light pruning can be done at any time, but heavier pruning is best done in spring before new growth begins.
Thaumatophyllum adamantinum can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. Take cuttings of 10-15 cm with at least two nodes and plant them in moist potting mix.
Division is best done during repotting in spring, separating healthy rhizomes with roots.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is 2-5 cm larger in diameter than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and standard potting soil.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Thaumatophyllum |
| Species | Thaumatophyllum adamantinum |
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