Description
Tree Philodendron (Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum ‘Hope’)
| Tree Philodendron |
| Cut-Leaf Philodendron |
| Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum | Accepted |
| Philodendron bipinnatifidum | Synonym |
| Philodendron selloum | Synonym |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Plant Height: | 3 to 4 feet (.9-1.2m) |
| Plant Spread: | 4 to 6 feet (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Leaves: | Evergreen |
| Fruit: | Showy Edible to birds |
| Flowers: | Showy Inconspicuous |
| Flower Time: | Year Round |
| Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
| Edible Parts: | Fruit |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Remove seed(s) from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination. |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
