spade-leaf philodendron

plant, Philodendron domesticum

Also known as: Philodendron domesticum

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The spade-leaf philodendron (Philodendron domesticum) is a species of stout-stemmed climbing herb belonging to the family Araceae, native to tropical America. Philodendrons often start as vines and become epiphytes, growing on other plants. Their adaptability to low light makes them popular houseplants.1

The spade-leaf variety is characterized by triangular leaves that can grow up to 60 cm (24 inches) long. While often called "split-leaf philodendron," this common name is now more accurately applied to Monstera deliciosa, which has large, incised leaves and is also grown as a houseplant.12

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philodendron
Major species
Larger types include the spade-leaf philodendron (P. domesticum), with triangular leaves up to 60 cm (24 inches) long, and the tree philodendron (P. bipinnatifidum), with deeply cut leaves up to 1 metre (3 feet) long, both of which are striking plants that require considerable indoor space.
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Larger types include the spade-leaf philodendron (P. domesticum), with triangular leaves up to 60 cm (24 inches) long, and the tree philodendron (P. bipinnatifidum), with deeply cut leaves up to 1 metre (3 feet) long, both of which are striking plants that require considerable indoor space.
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