philodendron grandipes

Giant creeper, Ground crawler.

Care level

Medium

This ground-hugger shows off massive round leaves that can grow bigger than dinner plates, creating a stunning carpet of green as it spreads across the forest floor. Each leaf features an eye-catching pattern of deep green veins that creates a beautiful quilted texture, making it look like nature's own embossed artwork.

Care & maintenance

Light

Moderate indirect light

All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.

Temperature

Warm (64.4°F - 86°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 60 and 80% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

Click on the soil name for more information.

Pot

Wide/Shallow

Wide/Shallow

Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.

Features

Size & growth

Medium

Trailing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It spreads horizontally, often along the ground.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The philodendron grandipes can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods