How to Care for Your Tree Philodendron | The Plant Doctor

How to Care for Your Tree Philodendron | The Plant Doctor | Apartment Therapy

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4 жыл бұрын

The tree philodendron, or philodendron selloum, is a leafy, tropical plant that makes a big impact in any space. But this South American beauty requires the right environment to ensure its dark green, lobed leaves always look their best. Plant Doctor Hilton Carter breaks down the basics of philodendron tree care: where to place it in your home, when and how much to water it, how to tell it’s ready to repot, and more!
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@kseniazaiats5317 4 жыл бұрын

Never really looked into this plant before, had one for years. Bought it in a store for 50% when it was about to become garbage. Today this dude takes over my tiny hope. "He" lives outside in a summer, and usually double in size. Which means, I have to cut a few of his leafs when he goes back inside in a winter. Definitely has personality! Cool to see a video about it, but to be honest, never gave it THAT much care.

@lexisjane5232 2 жыл бұрын

I got mine today from the discount section too! 8$ and shes about maybe 3ft right now

@georgecarter433 Жыл бұрын

I have a big philodendron plant and the leaves are folding upward,why is this happening.

@TheAnnakincaid 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for giving us images of what the leaves look like in all the different "stress" situations - super helpful!

@gzhang3859 4 жыл бұрын

They are called Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum now and they get huge!

@samheansel417 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making content dedicated to the Tree Philodendron! I bought one two weeks ago and couldn’t find any videos on this specific philodendron.

@ThePhilbox 4 жыл бұрын

had one of these for years...but this info was very helpful! Misting will commence immediately!!!

@alireacts2905 3 жыл бұрын

OMG Thank you!!!!! And thank you for showing pictures of this plant with imperfect leaves so I can diagnose what's up with mine!!

@carolclover434 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, You always give concise information with a smile. Thank you.

@Shohman 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, I love your approach & I love this video!

@brianalucinda4102 4 жыл бұрын

Glad your back!!!!

@ceilidhhall6090 Жыл бұрын

Helpful! Thank you, I was looking for why it was yellowing and your video gave me answers

@kristeneichholzer3761 Жыл бұрын

You make me smile,thank you!😊

@Clove2546 4 жыл бұрын

I'd love for you do to a segment on how and when to propagate these.

@a.girl.has.many.plants3743 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss!!

@ZoomILike2flyAway 3 жыл бұрын

I just repotted mine into a 14 inch. Trimmed some roots and dead ones. These roots are loose and don’t clump or hold soil so it is easy to repot.

@lumenadrumond8140 3 жыл бұрын

You are so nice!!! I’m really enjoying your videos!! 😍 Thank God for your channel 😁

@eg4767 4 жыл бұрын

Yes i needed this!

@JuliaJohnson 3 жыл бұрын

this video helped me so much I just bought a medium sized philodendron xandu and Im so excited about it!

@alenebrent5532 2 жыл бұрын

Short and very informative. Thank you!

@matthewchandler2647 3 жыл бұрын

My Tree Philo is a BEAST! Loves soil being soaking wet, gets droopy when he’s thirsty. Sometimes I put him on the patio for several weeks; 10 hours of direct SoCal sunlight per day and he grows like he’s pumping iron. Amazing!

@goshenqueen 4 жыл бұрын

Who knew?! This is so helpful.

@e7577 2 жыл бұрын

I live in the Dominican republic and theres one of those in my grandparents back yard the size of a car it's been there for about 20 years

@mytinytnhomegarden 2 ай бұрын

Hello! I just bought one of these today. Thank you for this video!

@ValleyoftheRogue 3 жыл бұрын

I currently have one that is huge, and it is the baby of the original one I bought in Reno some 30 years ago. That plant lived 20 years before it passed away. This baby is now about ten or eleven years old, and I just took the "sucker" off it to make another plant.

@babychinchila Ай бұрын

I love your living space corridor !!!! so beautiful with all the plants

@myhopemyegobooster7535 2 жыл бұрын

My husband give me this plant, and I don't know how to take care of it. I found your video and now I feel less lost. Hope my philo survive and grow well.

@laurensumagui4611 3 жыл бұрын

Im actually freaking out why one leaf changed a bit of color when i moved her inside the house but what you said in the ending was so reassuring 😅 thank you for this!!

@Starshoot555 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh this happened to me too!!! It was so strange, one of the leaves turned yellow as soon as I moved it inside this week.

@faizzabalagosa2045 4 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful 💖

@Grannyhauenstein 4 ай бұрын

Tanx for the tips!

@junedavis3992 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your information

@tabathasmith529 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info! I have one that is over 3ft tall and the leaves are GORGEOUS! I use grow lights and humidifier as well. What time of the year do you recommend repotting and separating some of it for another pot?

@bonniehoward3735 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this info

@lettenarido 17 күн бұрын

❤thanks for the info. Now I know what to do

@ashwednesday8497 9 ай бұрын

Mine is on my outdoor patio in Riverside CA. It experiences very hot summers and cold winters, freezing winds, keeps on looking good.

@karliebartlett3509 4 жыл бұрын

I bought one and it was SERIOUSLY root bound, like I couldn't updo the roots. I gave it a much larger pot and boy is it THRIVING!

@dchardinaycole5944 4 жыл бұрын

Wow I believe it and mine is awesome too.

@adamshenk9970 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the 5 min video very helpful

@TheQueensWish Жыл бұрын

Thanks, great info!

@rikusdamon4635 2 жыл бұрын

I learn alot at u thax

@tiffanywalker1312 6 ай бұрын

Thank you

@marcusjeffries915 11 ай бұрын

Got one of these from my mom and was handling it the wrong way.. thanks for the informative video brotha 👊

@cherylkline1892 4 жыл бұрын

thank you!!!

@lotaleona3635 4 жыл бұрын

What type of soil do you recommend? Well draining... any specific recommendations? Thank you!

@sgoweb Жыл бұрын

Greate guide; I just purchsed a Philodendron Melinonii and am excited to see her blow up. =)

@jnine9076 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the info. Bought one a couple of weeks ago, and freaking out cuz I see yellowing on a leaf. 1st instinct is to water it. LOL. I'm sure I've hydrated it enough. Gracias!!

@emilybrandt4317 4 жыл бұрын

OMG that propagation wall is amazing! Did you build that?

@cucukarneli7910 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👌

@drikonrokon852 7 ай бұрын

If y'all don't have enough light for it I recommend grow lights mine is absolutely happy after purchasing grow bulbs

@xxtleee 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Love your tips. What do I do with yellowed leaves due to overexposed to the sun? Should I cut the leaves / till the roots or leave it alone?

@alexmaes8869 4 жыл бұрын

What about a video on Hoya care!? 😋💚

@nobodyontheinternet1003 2 жыл бұрын

I just got this plant ,, and put it directly under the sun ,, almost died ,, but glad i found this vid

@lyndak3269 4 жыл бұрын

Bey glad to see ya. Thanks for the plant tips

@abn5185 3 жыл бұрын

Thaks 🙏🙏🙏🙏

@monicaleahy998 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Love your video ❤️ I do have a question about the philodendron. I have just been given 2 branches of it and was hoping I can reroot? If so, do you have any tips?

@EDYN15 3 жыл бұрын

Make sure you get a root node or, tho it will stay green for a lengthy time, it will never root.

@joannelauthier2387 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your amazing channel. I'm learning so much :) My Philodendron Selloum is growing low and wide. Do you have any tips on helping it grow taller rather than wider? It takes up so much space.

@jaythomas491 3 жыл бұрын

Late, but I would try staking it with a moss pole, maybe closer to a window as well

@AraceaeFanatics 2 жыл бұрын

Do your own research on this plant if you care about its real growing habits and needs, this guy did not.

@Stephaniemickle Жыл бұрын

@@AraceaeFanatics yeah god forbid you just want to ask someone that has one thriving for some tips and tricks. Get over yourself.

@paulineholmes6405 4 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on how to propagate this plant. Thanks

@dapper_asf 4 жыл бұрын

I just brought two of these beauties home, and have them on the front porch, I noticed the yellow, brown spots on the leafs, also with some cuts on the on them. Is this something to worry about, I also cleaned all the leaves off. What's the best potting soil to get and how much of the Perlite should I mix with the soil?

@sharifahaishah7252 2 жыл бұрын

i'm totally freakin out, i just brought one home and they started showing crispy leaf. I'm totally stress by it :( i thought its underwater & start to water it frequently (i mean 2 days) but after seeing this video, its kinda relief.

@xaiuon 4 жыл бұрын

I just got one of these. Will follow your video instructions. So scared 😱, I don’t want to kill this plant, she is so beautiful. Watering and repotting are my concern at this time. Do this pant likes to be root bound?? So I can keep it in its nursery pot.

@monojenn 3 жыл бұрын

Any tips for repotting? I just received two in the mail (I live waaay up in northern Canada) I am assuming same care as monstera, but let me know if I'm wrong please.

@SHAWNA499 4 жыл бұрын

tfs,i didn't know,any of this.

@duinsophie 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I've followed all your tips in regards to watering and light levels, however my philodendron's stems are so floppy. The leaves are fine, maybe not growing out into their full potential (like those beautiful textured ones on your video) but I can't work out what the problem is. Checked the roots also and they're fine.

@lindsaywilliams9608 3 жыл бұрын

I’m having that problem too!

@jentrent9683 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! My plant was doing well, but I took it outside and it was sitting in direct sunlight. Now, some leaves are yellowing. Do you suggest pruning those yellow leaves?

@maikhanhnguyen2003 4 жыл бұрын

Can I grow this philodendron xanadu in water? Thank you 😊

@erickanyc8907 4 жыл бұрын

Hi can you please tell me what you do when the tree plant has a lot of roots on top of the soil and the roots are dry???

@williamstevenson3049 3 жыл бұрын

Re-pot then water

@nicolegrancharoff436 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I just got one and wasn't to sure what to do, so this really helped. Could you possibly do a video on a Vinca Major?

@teresagiron5988 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I love calatheas, I have a few of them and been taking care of them for almost a year now and I have no luck. I need more tips. I water them now every other week or once a week during this spring. Some are happy but some are not . I’ve killed a few already. Advise please or video. Thanks

@DoritoHunter 11 ай бұрын

Mine started deteriorating about 2 weeks after bringing it home. It has brown tips but yellow leaves. I checked the roots, and they're perfectly fine. I have it between east wind south windows. Which has filtered light. The room is around 66-68° with 50-60% humidity and I have a lot of plants around the area. I repotted it since it was rootbound and use rain water. It's still not improving. I don't know what else to do!

@victoriaserna1495 Жыл бұрын

great tips! what soil mix did you happen to use?

@BritLeeBetterman 3 жыл бұрын

I saw a big one at the grocery store and totally regret not buying it now 😭

@flygalavendano4671 3 жыл бұрын

hi any recommendations on a plant support for this type of Philodendron (Sellum/Bipinnatifidum) I live in Boston MA and it is thriving indoors in my home !

@mishajameson8939 2 жыл бұрын

Videos on fiddle-leaf figs and Monsteras, please!

@johnpaulosoriano9929 4 жыл бұрын

I saw an article about the watering of this type of plant, it said that it should only be watered once a week and give a little water when the weather is too warm.

@samanthaangel3326 2 жыл бұрын

I thought I was overwatering mine over the winter because the leaves were turning yellow Then I realized I was underwatering it - I let it dry out completely too many times and the soil became hydrophobic - it wasn't getting any moisture at all and the water was just running right through! I dried out the poor thing. Now it is recovering but it is not the same.

@CG-cb5kj 3 жыл бұрын

My philodendron is leggy with leaves at the top. I have trimmed dead leaves at the bottom. How do I prune the parent plant and repot?

@okdanae 4 жыл бұрын

I just got one and took it outside Inyo the shade for an afternoon to water on a warm day and now the largest branch of it is falling down would this be an opportunity to prune him of and propagate him for a new plant ?

@sophiebeilinson4658 2 жыл бұрын

what's the growth season? i'm considering re-potting mine as roots are growing out of the bottom holes.

@zzzz3190 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I’m under watering it. When I first became plant mom I OVER watered and killed many plants , so now, I’m afraid to water now so I end up with crispy. Can’t win. I have my Pearl Plant on a very regimented watering schedule. I don’t care if she’s dry or not. I water every 1.5 weeks 😅😮 god FORBID if I mist her! It might as well be poison. Same with my Hoya/ Christmas cactus. Although he just doesn’t like it, he doesn’t immediately perish like my Pearl plant. I’d like to hear a tutorial on Curly Sue. Last winter, out of nowhere, well after I had stopped fertilizing it blossom little flowers then some kind of small ball. Not sure what it was. Why do this in the winter , when I had cut down watering and NO fertilizer. Made zero sense. 🤷‍♀️. No explanation when I googled.

@89popat 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Doctor, Need your help to revive my philodendron which I think is dying. I don't want to loose this beautiful plant. Please help

@kcbroncohater 7 ай бұрын

I've had on for over 30 years.

@exxzxxe 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for info! I have 3 split leaf philodendrons- they are 31 years old. The roots have become so large I cannot find pots big enough. I was told by a local nursery that I can trim roots. Do you agree? Thanks.

@davem.4903 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah there's no problem if you leave enough roots for your plant to thrive.

@SuperHoogabooga 4 жыл бұрын

I have a very large (over 5' diameter) Philodendron Selloum that was given to me five years ago... I have repotted it twice, and it needs repotting again. My problem is that it has become so top heavy, it actually tipped out of its pot and is growing (like crazy!! New leaves all the time!) sideways. In addition to that, two root tendrils have found their way to my floor, through drainage holes and/or over the top of the pot. It literally looks like my plant is climbing out of its pot! These tendrils are quite long and have adhered to my hardwood floor - I will likely have to cut them to get the plant free of its current pot, but I don't want to hurt it. Would love some advice...

@moldyer7551 4 жыл бұрын

I ordered one online got it in a couple days ago cut away quiet a few stems/leaves bc they were turning to mush, I'm noticing even after I'm having to cut one or 2 more each day since for the same reason is this normal? It was dry when I recieved it so I don't think it was over watered but it definatly got knocked around in shipping I'd say. Is there anything I can do or shouldn't do at this point? Anything helps Id really appreciate it!

@shazianasser2396 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video. But When in my plant, a new leaf grows one of the previous leaf become yellow. Can you guide me why

@CharlestonSocietyOfHorror 4 жыл бұрын

Shazia Nasser could be overwatering

@shazianasser2396 4 жыл бұрын

@@CharlestonSocietyOfHorror no it is not. ithink i am very careful about watering. when i give it less water its leaves ends become dry

@kristinboatright938 Ай бұрын

What do you with all the aerial roots? Trim them? Cover with soil? Leave them hanging? I have 3 stalks in one pot. Can I split them to make them more manageable? It’s huge and in desperate need of a repot.

@stacyjason6960 4 жыл бұрын

Hi. I've got a huge one of these in the garden. I was wondering if its possible to propagate these plants by a cutting at all?

@tiarnerae5627 4 жыл бұрын

I’m trying this atm

@jazminvelazquez6031 4 жыл бұрын

I took a cutting from my grandma's plant. The cutting I took was at the base and I cut about two inches below the stem of the leaves. The nose I cut had three large leaves. I used a root hormone and potted it in a large pot. Two of the three leaves died off and one remains and I FINALLY have nice healthy roots growing. I wanna say the process for it to finally root took 6+ weeks

@valoureedrab7393 4 жыл бұрын

Jazmin Velazquez how is your plant doing?

@spencer7958 4 жыл бұрын

@apartmenttherapy when you say "water sitting in a base tray is a no go", what if your base tray is lower than the nursery pot and acts as a pebble tray for a small amount of humidity. Do you think that could help cause root rot?

@TurtleTymeLol 4 жыл бұрын

Spencer as long as the water level is lower than the drainage holes it’s doubtful. I have my fern sitting on a humidity tray like this and don’t have issues

@MiscellaneousMichelle 3 жыл бұрын

💚

@ailynegarcia 4 жыл бұрын

My selloum is planted in the ground. Its like 4ft already. But I can already see the big roots coming out. Should i replant them to keep the roots under the soil?

@festivalmama 3 жыл бұрын

AilyneXC I have one in my back yard that is at least 20 years old. It is HUGE! There are big trunks with sort of air roots coming out of them so I think you’ll always have some of those roots on top of the soil. I cut leaves off all the time to expose the gorgeous white flowers and the leaves make great arrangements and last a long time in a big vase of water.

@mamaj6028 Жыл бұрын

Why are the leaves bending over ? It's a very large plant, divided it and mom is leaning over but trunk is straight up ?

@lauravanmetre9610 2 жыл бұрын

I would like knowledge on China palm and Baltic blue

@7jiggy179 4 жыл бұрын

My pot only has a drainage hole on the side. Is this alright? Or should i add more in the bottom

@daleandrews9356 3 жыл бұрын

They're hardy enough to be planted outside in a shaded planter here in south Louisiana(Lake Charles). Our winters are mild here and we may only see a true freeze(below 32 degrees F) only twice per winter, and even then it's just an overnight low. Once the sun comes out, it's back to the forties and fifties for the daytime highs. With age, these things can get large and grow on a stalk similar to how a palm tree grows on a trunk. I've seen them up around five feet high before!

@AraceaeFanatics 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, here in Florida, many are planted in direct sunlight and once acclimated, do very well in these conditions. Our winters are like yours and we're okay with that too. I've seen these trained upright and hold themselves quite tall as well, and also snake themselves over the ground over time. They add a great patch of green to any landscape. Their sibling Xanadu as well.

@Msmeen81 4 жыл бұрын

I have one its stems are so long a droopy. And as of lately leaves are turning yellow. I have it in a bright northeastern window. But my sunroom has windows facing all corners.

@alvinlakmudin2012 3 жыл бұрын

Just brought one home 2 week ago. A new leaf has spurted, and it looks healthy. but weirdly, the old leaves began to have yellowish brown spots. The plant is receiving bright filtered indirect sunlight (no direct sunlight). Is this what you meant by the plant acclimating to its new home?

@Hairygranny 4 жыл бұрын

i have this plant everywhere in my garden here in adelaide south australia, in full sun and only gets water from the rain

@sunnyhailey249 4 жыл бұрын

I was looking for a comment like this. I just bought one and was told outdoors, full sun!?

@Hairygranny 4 жыл бұрын

@@sunnyhailey249 yep full sun :)

@debbiem9640 4 жыл бұрын

Jake I live on the Tassie NW coast. I have one in my backyard and I don’t give it any care except an occasional trim. It’s got so much personality and is one of my favourites!

@graceuy6485 4 жыл бұрын

I only put my selloum in water any tips? Coz its starting to turn yellow and some brown tips start occuring

@maryannrussum1796 2 жыл бұрын

I have a HUGE philodendron that's been in my family for around 45 years. It came from the church that I grew up in. My mom took it in because they no longer wanted it. And this point It's VERY root bound so I'm hoping your suggestions will help. I'll say you 'spoil' yours more than I do mine. But it's very happy and HUGE regardless. It's at least 6-8 feet in diameter and about 6' tall. It's my favorite plant. I need to split it - please help!!

@samanthaangel3326 2 жыл бұрын

There is a great video in YT showing a repotting of a giant philodendron.It is a huge undertaking but I followed her demonstration - I did what she did last June, and it did great until winter and now it is doing terrible. It goes outside every summer where it always perks up. It was thriving for 20 years until it got so rootbound there was almost no soil left. I am starting to see lots of new growth now but the new leaves seem to curl and look weak, and are misshapen. i would love to know what I am doing wrong !

@michellec.4994 3 жыл бұрын

Ok..I think I have this! I think I potted it in a pot that was too large, but it's been a year and its starting to thrive..my house Is drafty in the winter months.. any suggestions??

@Nolagirl241 2 жыл бұрын

What is the growth season for the philodendron? I just purchased one of these plants and it needs to be reported because the roots are growing out of the current pot.

@uinnovell 20 күн бұрын

Mines been a year and a half in a non draining hole and it thriving. But guess im just lucky.

@mickaellaarjaypristo8531 4 жыл бұрын

Hi! I bought a selloum plant 2 days ago. I realize that its leaves are quite crispy looking. Not shiny at all. What shall i do?

@festivalmama 3 жыл бұрын

Mickaella Arjay Pristo I have a huge one in my backyard and it is pretty much full sun - south Louisiana so it is hot in the summer. The thing is like a dinosaur and is huge. I’ve tried to hack it back but I think that just made it bigger!