Philodendron Bipinnatifidum, also known under the name of Philodendron selloum, belongs to the family Araceae.
Philodendron Bipinnatifidum is native from South America and is used for ornemental landscape purposes on the American East coast as well as some tropical Asian countries such as the Philippines.
This plant grows in full sun and can tolerate and adapt to the shadow. It prefers soils that retain humidity. Philodendron Bipinnatifidum cannot tolerate a high concentration of salt in the soil.
Its leaves can reach up to 4-5 m high and wide. The leaves are dark green.
This plant may help in filtering the air of your home!
Hardiness zone: 9-15
Label |
No |
Common name |
Lacy Tree Philodendron, Selloum, Split Leaf Philodendron |
Family |
Araceae |
Genus |
Philodendron |
Species |
Philodendron bipinnatifidum |
Cultivar |
No |
Therapeutic uses |
No |
Germination |
Sow in light soil in about 2 mm depth. Humidify and keep at 25-30 °C.
It will take 30 to 120 days to germinate. Repot when the seedlings have 2 or 3 leaves. |
Scarification / Stratification |
No |
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