Araceae

Philodendron verrucosum 'Amazon Sunset'

Care at a glance

Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy; allow the top inch to dry out slightly between waterings. Use filtered or distilled water as Philodendrons can be sensitive to chemicals in tap water.
Light: Provide bright, indirect light; direct sunlight can scorch the delicate leaves. An east-facing window or a few feet away from a south or west-facing window is ideal.
Humidity: Requires high humidity, ideally above 60-70%.
Temperature: Maintain temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
Soil: Use a well-draining, airy aroid mix rich in organic matter.
Fertilizer: Feed every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Toxicity: Toxic to pets and humans if ingested, causing oral irritation, pain, and swelling.
Propagation: Easily propagated through stem cuttings with at least one node, placed in water, sphagnum moss, or a well-draining soil mix.

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