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philodendron 'pluto'

No other name for this plant.

Care level

Easy

Popularity

Niche

Its leaves emerge in dark brown or deep pink colors and change to a deep olive green as they age. A distinguishing trait is the noticeable jagged edge along its leaves, and the plant typically grows at a fast pace while maintaining a relatively contained size.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Warm (64.4°F - 82.4°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 70% 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:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Rapid growth

This plant grows rapidly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
Cat
Dog
Human

Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The philodendron pluto cannot 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

Origin & references

Created from hybridization.

Ancestor plant

This plant is thought to be an older hybrid developed by Bob McColley sometime in the 1960s. It is considered the precursor to the more widely known 'Caramel Marble' hybrid.
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