SKU: 17470519098
squamiferum philodendron

squamiferum philodendron Philodendron squamiferum × serpens – Foliage Factory

Sale price$21.75 Regular price$24.17
Save 10%

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 14 - Jul 19

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

squamiferum philodendron Philodendron squamiferum × serpens – Foliage FactoryPhilodendron squamiferum serpens Philodendron squamiferum serpens has green leaves, textured petioles, and a climbing stem with nodes and aerial roots. This hybrid between Philodendron squamiferum and Philodendron serpens develops as a vine with nodes that can attach to early upright support. The leaf shape can vary between individual plants, while the petioles often carry the fuzzy, scaly, or bristly looking texture associated with this cross. A

Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

Philodendron squamiferum × serpens has green leaves, textured petioles, and a climbing stem with nodes and aerial roots. This hybrid between Philodendron squamiferum and Philodendron serpens develops as a vine with nodes that can attach to early upright support.

The leaf shape can vary between individual plants, while the petioles often carry the fuzzy, scaly, or bristly-looking texture associated with this cross. A pole, plank, or other firm support gives the stem a surface to attach to as it lengthens.

What makes Philodendron squamiferum × serpens distinctive

  • Hybrid parentage: Cross between Philodendron squamiferum and Philodendron serpens.
  • Petiole texture: Fuzzy to scaly-looking petioles give the leaf stalks a rougher surface than smooth-stemmed Philodendron.
  • Leaf colour: Green foliage contrasts with the textured petioles and climbing stem.
  • Growth habit: A climbing stem develops nodes and aerial roots as it matures.
  • Indoor shape: Upright support keeps the vine organised before the stem becomes long and loose.

Climbing growth in Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

This hybrid extends from a climbing stem. New leaves emerge along the vine, while aerial roots form at the nodes and can attach to a textured support. Keeping the stem upright gives new growth space to form and reduces twisting or crowding around the petioles.

Individual plants may show different balances of fuzziness, scaling, and leaf form. Petiole texture and leaf shape become more defined once the plant has settled and started climbing.

Care for Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

  • Light: Bright filtered light keeps internodes shorter and reduces weak, stretched vine growth.
  • Water: Water when the upper part of the substrate has started to dry; wet, stagnant roots can slow growth and yellow leaves.
  • Humidity: Moderate to high humidity helps new leaves expand without sticking around the textured petioles.
  • Substrate: A chunky aroid mix lets air reach the roots and reduces waterlogging around the climbing nodes.
  • Support: Add a pole or plank while the plant is still manageable, so aerial roots can attach as the stem lengthens.
  • Temperature: Warm indoor temperatures are safest; cold wet substrate can damage roots and stall new growth.

Common issues with Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

  • Leaf damage: Dry air can make new leaves stick or tear as they emerge near textured petioles.
  • Root stress: Dense substrate that stays wet can cause yellowing, limp growth, and root decline.
  • Pests: Thrips, spider mites, and mealybugs can hide around petioles, nodes, and new leaf folds.
  • Weak growth: Low light can produce longer internodes and smaller leaves on the climbing stem.

Botanical background of Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

The hybrid name combines two parent species. Philodendron squamiferum was described by Eduard Friedrich Poeppig in 1845, while Philodendron serpens was described by Joseph Dalton Hooker in 1878. In the parent names, squamiferum means scale-bearing and serpens means creeping or crawling.

Safety note for Philodendron squamiferum × serpens

Like other Philodendron, this hybrid should be kept away from pets and children who may chew the leaves or stems. The plant contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals that can affect the mouth, throat, and skin on contact with sap.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 17470519098

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell squamiferum philodendron

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.6 ★★★★★
Based on 1959 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
B
Verified Purchase
Bauyrzhan
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 1
Horrible packaging, not recommended
Scent: Mango & Hibiscus, Size: 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
I didn’t see any positive or negative results, but main concern is packaging. Car board box is absolutely horrible idea for this kind of product, you will have zero control or idea how much you are going to poor to your hand, you can’t use refill bottles with pumps, because you have to shake it every time before use. Wouldn’t recommend to nobody, maybe it’s very healthy and good for hair but putting it in this box is terrible idea. Only good thing is smells okay, but they all smell good. And you can’t even return like this thing so waste of money. It spills everywhere, and if you drop or loose the cap you can’t even shake properly anymore.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2025
L
Verified Purchase
Lily Mendoza
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 2
Not effective and too little product
Scent: Mango & Hibiscus, Size: 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
I have been on the hunt to find a more sustainable shampoo. I saw a lot of people recommend this brand and this shampoo specifically. I figured I would give it a shot. The product itself is very watery and you need to shake the box for every use. Also, I learned that in order to have the product work, I would need a lot of product! The packaging also starts to get a bit soggy while in the bathroom overtime. I love the smell of this shampoo and I love that it is working hard to be more sustainable, but this product, unfortunately, doesn't work well and I need to use too much to clean my scalp. I will still be looking for a product that is effective and sustainable. The hunt continues!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2024
S
Verified Purchase
Sean Conway
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Plastic free!
Scent: Mango & Hibiscus, Size: 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Works great on my daughter’s fine hair! Leaves it very soft and manageable. Also love that it does not come in a plastic bottle!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2026
B
Verified Purchase
B. Mulder
Chelsea, US
★★★★★ 5
Worked well near the equator
Style: SPF 50
I bought this product because I was going to be in the field for a month, outside, every day, all day, in Tanzania at high altitude. A severe sunburn would be hard to treat in the remote area we were in, but also I am very careful about protecting my skin from aging. I had to have mineral based sunscreen because as a whitewater kayaker I know it’s the only truly water resistant kind and it was going to be sweaty. And since I knew I was going to be putting it on every day, and we didn’t have running water in the field (bucket showers only) I didn’t want it to feel gross. (I really wanted to try the spray but I didn’t want to put anything pressurized in my luggage.) And I had already discovered the Coola face sunscreen (30spf version) which had impressed me with how silky smooth and not greasy it is. Now this IS greasier because it is a higher SPF. BUT I think this product is as good as you’re going to get with the protection you’re getting. Like I said, I’m a white water tiger, so I have used a LOT of mineral sunscreens. This was hands down the most comfortable one I’ve used. And it was effective. I didn’t burn once—only time I did burn was when I forgot to put it on one day toward the end of the trip, when we were out for just a couple hours—and I got the first 2nd degree burn I’ve ever had in my life. That was what this stuff had protected me from, all day every day, the entire trip. I did tan a little but I think that was mostly from the few times I was not covered during short bouts or it was cloudy. For my face I used the Coola 50spf face product.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2022
S
Verified Purchase
SavanahClark
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
Love this stuff!
Style: SPF 50
I use this every day and I love how it is frangrance free and creamy. I have a very fair complexion and I will say it leaves a slight white cast but it doesn’t bother me because it almost makes my fairness more creamy looking. My skin texture has improved since wearing it daily and no allergies from it. I highly recommend especially if you have fairer skin otherwise it may leave a cast .
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2023

recommand products