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Cultivar
Philodendron selloum
The Split Leaf Philodendron is a vigorous tropical plant highly prized for its large, glossy, and deeply divided leaves. As it matures, it develops a robust, woody trunk, creating a stunning centerpiece for indoor foliage collections. Its dramatic silhouette provides an instant touch of the tropics, making it an excellent choice for large containers or warm-weather garden displays.
A classic, bold tropical plant known for its deeply lobed, dramatic leaves. Perfect for adding a lush, architectural presence to indoor spaces or patio environments.
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Inspiration for future Agardeni growing environments.
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A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light but growth will be slower.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Mature size
4-6 feet tall and wide
Hardiness
10-11
Growth habit
Upright, sprawling clumping tropical
Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Prefers consistent warmth and high humidity; protect from direct hot afternoon sun which can scorch the foliage.
Avoid temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts and direct air conditioning vents.
Rarely flowers or fruits in typical indoor conditions, though mature specimens in the wild may produce spathe-and-spadix inflorescences.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates lower light but growth will be slower.
Growth rate
Moderate
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly during the active growing season.
Pruning
Remove older, yellowing, or damaged leaves at the base to keep the plant tidy and encourage new growth.
Care notes
Prefers consistent warmth and high humidity; protect from direct hot afternoon sun which can scorch the foliage.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
4-6 feet tall and wide
Growth habit
Upright, sprawling clumping tropical
Spacing
4-6 feet apart
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers or fruits in typical indoor conditions, though mature specimens in the wild may produce spathe-and-spadix inflorescences.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
10-11
Temperature
Avoid temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit; keep away from cold drafts and direct air conditioning vents.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix with added perlite or peat for aeration.
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Thrives in containers; ensure drainage holes are present and use a sturdy pot to support the mature size of the plant.
Family
Araceae
Foliage Look
Deep green, glossy, large, finger-like serrated leaves, sturdy petioles.
Foliage Rules
Leaves must be dark green, glossy, and deeply pinnately lobed; avoid showing juvenile heart-shaped leaves on mature imagery.
Fruit Flower Look
Occasional, cream-colored spadix wrapped in a green leathery spathe.
Fruit Flower Rules
Do not show flowers or fruit on starter plants; these structures only appear on very mature specimens.
Growth Habit Rules
Do not depict as a vining plant; this species develops a self-heading, upright, and eventually trunk-like habit.
Mature Plant Look
Large, dramatic, upright, umbrella-like canopy of deeply cut foliage on a stout, semi-woody trunk.
Mature Stage Morphology
Extremely large, deeply dissected, finger-like lobed leaves on long, sturdy petioles, eventually developing a woody, non-climbing stem.
Morphology Rules
Focus on the rosette-like arrangement of petioles emerging from the base, with massive, architectural, divided leaf blades.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a Split Leaf Philodendron need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its lush appearance. How large can this plant get? It can reach 4 to 6 feet in height and width at full maturity. Is this plant suitable for beginners? Yes, it is a hardy tropical that adapts well to indoor conditions if kept warm and watered regularly.
Root Look
Fibrous, healthy root system within the plug.
Soil Look
Dark, moist, well-draining organic soil mix.
Starter Stage
Compact, small plug with several developing, simple to lightly-lobed leaves.
Starter Stage Morphology
Leaves are smaller, more ovate, and lack the deep, complex segmentation seen in adult foliage.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Split Leaf Philodendron. This is Split Leaf Philodendron, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this bold tropical plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future lush indoor growing space you want to create. The defining feature of this plant is its massive, glossy, deeply lobed leaves that bring an architectural, tropical presence to any room. Establish your starter by repotting the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move to a permanent container as it grows. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Explore the dramatic foliage and architectural growth of the Split Leaf Philodendron. This tropical favorite adds a bold, lush, and modern look to any indoor or patio collection.
Youtube Video Title
Growing the Split Leaf Philodendron | Philodendron selloum
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