philodendron maintenance Mayoi Philodendron

philodendron maintenance Mayoi PhilodendronGiven the long history of philodendrons, which were introduced as houseplants in the 19th century, Philodendron mayoi is a newcomer. The species was only discovered in the Brazilian rainforest in the year 2000. What sets this rare philodendron apart from the common heartleaf philodendron are its large, palm like leaves and the stalks (petioles) and underside veins with a striking red tinge. As the plant grows, the glossy green lobes deepen and widen.

Given the long history of philodendrons, which were introduced as houseplants in the 19th century, Philodendron mayoi is a newcomer. The species was only discovered in the Brazilian rainforest in the year 2000. What sets this rare philodendron apart from the common heartleaf philodendron are its large, palm-like leaves and the stalks (petioles) and underside veins with a striking red tinge. As the plant grows, the glossy green lobes deepen and widen. A large climbing, vining plant that, when mature, reaches more than 6 feet in height, making it a dramatic focal point for a well-lit room

Light: Bright Indirect. An east-facing window is ideal. Rotate it weekly to ensure even growth on all sides.

Water: Keep moist but not soggy

Soil: Rich, loose potting soil mix that drains quickly but retains moisture, such as two-thirds peat moss and one-third perlite with a few handfuls of orchid bark for aeration.

Additional Care: Keep the room warm and the humidity high for this plant. Wipe the foliage down monthly with a damp cloth to promote photosynthesis. Use a sphagnum moss pole as the plant grows to encourage vining.