How to Split a Philodendron

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How to Split a Philodendron

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3 жыл бұрын

Selloum Philodendron have the best leaves. Look at that definition! Yearly, I have large philodendrons flanking my front door and they grow crazy fast. Recently, I split and replanted them like I do every season.
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Over time, Selloum Philodendron become overgrown with large, trunk-like stems. Separating the multiple plants that form and cutting back some of the roots stimulates new fresh growth for the year.
Do not worry about being too aggressive. I often cut off most of the leaves and completely open up the root ball.
- Find the various individual plants at the root ball and pull them apart.
- Choose which ones to re-pot.
- Pot with at least 75% fresh, good-quality potting soil.
Soon enough, new leaves will grow!
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@mcheartw 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, my, that’s truly dramatic😂 I wasn’t prepared that you cut off the whole thing!

@FeministWithAFro 2 жыл бұрын

I read this and was still not prepared 😭

@ElleISOElohim 2 жыл бұрын

@@FeministWithAFro right??

@svpickell Жыл бұрын

I love your tips! You also don't waste time and just get to the point! Thank you!

@jimbo0715 2 жыл бұрын

I have a plant like this - it is 40 years old . My mom had it for a couple of years and gave it to me when my son was 2 - he will be 40 this year. We have been dragging inside in the winter and outside in the summer for years. I think it may be at end of life - the leaves are brown but I am going to trim it up really well and repot in several pots.

@lisac6139 Жыл бұрын

I also have this plant, it's 35 years old, lived with me from my student years to now. I am living in a smaller house now, but he is getting bigger all the time. Have to split it, it hurts, but I want to keep our friendship alive in this way :-D

@aspirativemusicproduction2135 Жыл бұрын

Can it survive full sun? Or it needs some shade?

@jimbo0715 Жыл бұрын

@@aspirativemusicproduction2135 I am inclined to say yes they can survive in the sun because they do very well in Florida and they grow very large planted in the ground!! Mine is in a pot and since I live in Georgia, I have to take mine in and out to shelter it from our crazy winters.

@jettmorris6985 10 ай бұрын

If y’all have this plant for that long it must be absolutely GIANT

@jimbo0715 10 ай бұрын

@@jettmorris6985 it is so big, I can no longer move it on my own. Hoping for help to get it into the garage this year. About 10 years ago, we unwound the air roots and they were over 20 feet long. This is the hardiest plant I have ever seen!! Next summer, I will get the courage to re-root it. Something about cutting it scares me because it is so pretty and continues to unfurl beautiful leaves!!

@scottlitwiller5692 2 жыл бұрын

I GASPED when you chopped those leaves off! OMG Kaleb! Thanks for this video! So helpful :)

@jenniferwade-scoons6313 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the help I have a giant philodendron I know it needs to be repotted and now I'm ready. 👍👍

@DMillerFlorida Жыл бұрын

I went through the neighborhood and picked these up in everyone's front yard. They were cutting them away after Hurricane Ian... I scored big time! I also grabbed up broken Plumeria. I can't wait for my new plants destined for the dump... Renew in my yard instead!

@Chickmamapalletfarm Жыл бұрын

Wow! That is a great idea! I live on the gulf coast and has not thought of plant hunting after Hurricanes. You are a Genius!!! Thanks 🙏.

@LarissaVeloso-Planttubber 2 жыл бұрын

I have a huge Split Leaf Philodendron to divide and now I'm feeling so much braver 😂

@tinkerj16 Жыл бұрын

I'm staring at mine, trying to get up the courage 😂😂

@bobbijosherman2710 9 ай бұрын

My mouth flew open when you chopped into that plant.. Very informative . I have a plant that was given to me 20 yrs ago, which was given to my mother almost 20 yrs before that I struggle with it sometimes thinking it's dying. So I'm always looking to learn more about it.

@hatchermommy Жыл бұрын

😮Not gonna lie, I screamed. That needed a disclaimer.😅

@cindylee8655 4 ай бұрын

When I saw him cutting off the plant, I screamed out, NO

@lynnnorcia9460 2 жыл бұрын

very helpful video. thank you, gave me the courage to divide my very big philodendron into two plants.

@mariocean808 3 жыл бұрын

Personally, I love aerial roots 💚

@OLittleSister 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a video packed with good information ! Loved it you’re great!

@ShaQuanBuffaloe 3 ай бұрын

I fainted when you did the big chop!!

@joenic4303 Жыл бұрын

This is a good video. It really establishes how durable the plant is.

@SSaaNNddYY77 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I found your very interesting video! I won't be afraid to do some chopping of my huge Philodendron Selloum! I just brought it in from being out for the summer and oh my!

@jeremyfink7805 2 жыл бұрын

Best video regarding this philodendron. Ready to chop down my husband's very overgrown plant in the spring.

@yolandagonzalez4164 2 жыл бұрын

Well I'm glad I'm not the only one that does this

@tinam4353 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! Mine has overgrown and glad to see I can prune it so it’s not overgrowing my space!

@Chickmamapalletfarm Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! This is exactly what I was looking for! I have some of these, thriving, in the ground in South MIssissippi, and I want to separate and spread it. This has given me the confidence to do it. Thank you 🙏

@tinalong7748 Жыл бұрын

What a terrific video he gets right to what you're wanting to see and he's so smart I'm hooked this is my new plant guy everything he said made perfect sense and he said it fast and got me through it and I loved him thank you

@vnxettitw4879 2 жыл бұрын

Lol I like how you kept reassuring us how you've done it for years !🤣 bc my jaw dropped but I needed to know this as I plan on taking some into the house.

@lynnasloan5375 Жыл бұрын

Finally, exactly what I was looking for. I was wondering about the huge root ball, and if I could get rid of some of the roots and aerial roots. Never thought about cutting it off; maybe next year.

@zoponex3224 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. My split leaf is taking over the room is in and I've been unsure how to deal with it. You have shown me the way. ☺️

@dnguyen5678 3 жыл бұрын

I love this video! so nerve-racking to see you chop the roots and stems haha

@michelewarner2373 21 күн бұрын

I had a feeling... ok, I'm ready now!

@garbageboys8303 Ай бұрын

I got that plant as well but on a side note your crib is dope at least the yard is keep doing your stuff my man

@lucyloo8965 13 күн бұрын

I love your energy, easy follow!

@carlacastro9041 4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the wisdom! Can hardly wait to work on my 15+ year old plant!!

@lucyloo8965 13 күн бұрын

Just tried this! Wish me luck!!!

@sandraschofield7017 Жыл бұрын

New subscriber! Love your video, plan to separate mine today. Plant belonged to my mother and its over 30 years old and i sruggle during winter keeping it alive indoors. Now i can share with my sisers. Thank you for such wonderful video

@vjplants 3 жыл бұрын

Yup, chop those roots!! Love it, ... I do this with some of mine, too

@aprilcherryac1 Ай бұрын

Wow, i learned so much...Thank you

@SeemaParsapour 10 ай бұрын

*COMPLETELY BEHEADS THE PLANT* 😂 bold!!! Love it

@casserowl Жыл бұрын

I just got my first split leaf and this helps so much thank you!

@philipames336 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, gave me exactly the knowledge I was seeking plus way more.

@lucyloo8965 13 күн бұрын

Yes these leaves stay green forever after being cut!

@xaiuon Жыл бұрын

😮. Glad to know, I got one it’s getting big on me and my space. Thank you so much!

@OhMJB 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I saw this video a few years ago! I have the same plant that just keeps getting larger and larger every year, to the point I can't manage it anymore - it's now larger than me. It's almost too big for me to even attempt pruning by myself. I was thinking of selling it since it's too large for my living situation, but now I'm going to try pruning and splitting to at least keep a smaller version and maybe sell/give away what's left!

@lisac6139 Жыл бұрын

Exactly my thoughts. My friend of 35 years old is getting way too big and I am trying to become brave and split him. At least we will both survive.

@allinonegardenandkitchen435 20 күн бұрын

Good explanation thanks

@josepagan1862 2 жыл бұрын

I just pick up one at the dumpster and a good size one too :-) right now I have it in bucket of rain water so I came plant it in the grown soon.

@rebeccaobrien2642 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have a selloum living in a south facing window and it's out of control!

@krakatoabrown8811 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my! My heart almost pop out!!!

@Siobhan94404 Жыл бұрын

So helpful & entertaining!

@tamarapavich5865 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful! I am going to subscribe. You're so knowledgeable and really fun to learn from!

@marystahl 3 жыл бұрын

Love these plants. Thank you for the tips! Hi from Florida.

@lorenlash9174 Жыл бұрын

Awesome tutorial, thank you! I'm about to break my philodendron into many...it's waaaay past due!

@Stephaniemickle Жыл бұрын

Me too! I’ve been desperately waiting for spring to come so it doesn’t freaking die. I’m also going to try to make more than one but if it was only one good plant I’d be happy with that alone. It got way too close to death from a frost and I thought I was going to lose it completely but it hung out and it’s pushed out a handful of new leaves but they’re struggling because I also think it’s freaking infested with fungus gnats or god knows what else. Hopefully not; but I will say, I did not expect this to be the advice because this is basically what happened after the frost and I was losing my mind every time one of those huge stalks just popped off 😂 but it’s march and we’ve made it thru the worst of winter I think?? Haha but I’m super excited to get this root bound to filth goddess plant out and into a new home 😂

@krakatoabrown8811 2 жыл бұрын

My heart almost pop out!!!

@KatsFreshFace 3 жыл бұрын

How long does it take for the leaves to grow back to that same size after you cut them all off?

@ramonarivera3268 2 жыл бұрын

A year or so....if you put it outside on the porch where it can get partial shade in spring and summer it will grow drastically.

@jenniferhortillano9609 2 жыл бұрын

Your sound quality is amazing considering how obviously windy it is. I have a 10 year old plant that is just one big trunk, can you advise me on how to make it smaller like those?

@davidburke3111 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video!!!

@mindyleone7037 Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you!

@pahoaskateshop 2 жыл бұрын

thank you, this is exactly the info I needed.

@barbaramilanowska6592 Жыл бұрын

Very good video! Very helpful 👌 Thank you very much. My plant will get second life ❣️

@user-wc6vv3fk5d Жыл бұрын

new subscriber here. this is how i do. Thank you!

@omaeve Жыл бұрын

That looks so much better than my mom’s plant had 6000 aerial roots which when she gave it to me, it only had two leaves, so I chose to re-bury all the aerial roots because I thought they were the kind that go in the soil not climbing in attaching to trees I split it in half and put it into pops one for me and one for my sister, so we would each have a part of moms plant The big thing she had was a bow window in the living room and she would set the plants that like a lot of sunlight they didn’t get 100% sunlight because it was a crabapple tree in front of the window. For years, it was beautiful, but she never ever reported it and never ever change the soil.

@maechenstewart8003 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve acquired a massive split leaf philodendron that appears to have never been maintained. It’s more of a tree. I’m planning a slaughter this spring. The top of the soil is a tangle of roots. It might get ugly. I wonder if he’s going to need to have this 3 foot trunk severed. Still researching. He only has a handful of big leaves. Wish me luck…… ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@apextroll 2 жыл бұрын

LOL..Just your standard houseplant repotting video with the butcher knife🤣🤣🤣

@trishfox784 2 жыл бұрын

my split leaf has just the long trunk. I'd love to have it fuller but am at a loss on what to do. any suggestions?

@karennickerson8781 Жыл бұрын

I put it in water yesterday

@QuilldorJenkins 2 ай бұрын

Any recommendations on how to deal with one which was let go rampant and has thick trunk like roots? Any help would be appreciated. I only ask for help cause the said plant is at 6 different growths like ones in your pot but larger. lol like jungle large. They are heading towards neighbors fence and house foundation has me tad worried. Oh and isn't potted just in yard lol ty

@cuteyellowbird 2 жыл бұрын

Is it too late in the year to do this now? End of summer..

@lindahill7315 Жыл бұрын

I have one that is in dire need of repotting the plant

@rvicinip 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!!!!

@bigdreeamer 8 ай бұрын

My Philo is growing pups from the hard wood trunk. Can I cut those off and prop them in water?

@TheLindacole Жыл бұрын

Please help. I have one of these plants. I need to repot it. Is it OK to cut off all of the root runners that's trying to grow out of the pot. I've had it for so many years that cutting off the old bottom leaves makes it look like it is on a stalk. It's has finally had a baby that is growing in the pot. Thank you for showing me how to split the plant. What do I do about the original plant that looks like it is on a stalk. I Love this plant. I was afraid to cut on it for fear that I would kill it. Help 😢

@karennickerson8781 Жыл бұрын

How do u divide one that has grown in the grown that is a huge tree? Can u grow from the leaves? There are hundreds of plants crammed in that can’t be dug out! I could only cut off a stalk with a few long sent out roots, and small roots. I had to pull it out, and almost broke my back! What should I do with it?

@kristinboatright938 2 ай бұрын

Can you cut off the aerial roots? If so, how? Or do you just bury them?

@josiahlomas2111 Жыл бұрын

My plants got burnt during a freeze ..do I wait till spring or wen the start throwing green leaves so I can split them

@thesisters9941 7 ай бұрын

I transplanted my philodendron a couple weeks ago and since then literally every leaf is turning yelllow and dying. I have lost half my plant already. I just did what you showed in the video. I had the first stages of root rot I believe. So I put them in dry soil. I am scared to water them now ! Should I give them a few days to let the roots absorb the dryness of the new soil Help

@annarkohn 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful (but terrifying) thank you!!!!

@hennesseyme9112 2 ай бұрын

Can this plant be grown in water, or a pot without drainage???

@yutaadi 6 ай бұрын

Hi man, my philodendron stems are all browing & I accidentally pull the last 2 standing stems, and now it's just the main bottom trunk/root whatever u call it. Can I still save it? I just trimmed the excessive roots as well. But now just showing the main trunk without any stems. I saw in another video to cut open the trunk facing upwards but does it work?.

@ebonybrown3527 Жыл бұрын

Can you do an updated video about this ❤

@user-oh1jn5ph3k Жыл бұрын

My split lay philadendrans are in very large Permanent built in outdoor planter boxes. They are getting so big. I need to cut them but I prefer to split them. They have multiple trunks on them can I split the trunks. They are a little too big to dig up the whole plant. What do you suggest? Can I split them at the trunks in between? I live at the beach and they are outside all the time and they are extremely healthy🎉

@user-lj5lw5gb4b 5 ай бұрын

Mine is huge… how can I take a cutting off it and replant or root?

@KarlenBell Жыл бұрын

3:40 3 Months?? Woah! What do you put in the water? Do I put plant food or regular distilled water is fine?

@sandraschofield7017 Жыл бұрын

The center of mine looks rotted can i still attempt to separate? Im located in SC

@NurseJustine 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a specific time of year it is best to do this?

@peppermeat8059 Жыл бұрын

also, if the plant never grows even in sun is it natural?

@susansottosimons619 2 жыл бұрын

Yes same here I am crazy plant mama.

@mialove-ec7fi 3 жыл бұрын

Hello I had one but I killed it :( I have a snake plant or mother in law plant can you give me some tips to transplant it please

@Onecolorfulmama Жыл бұрын

Mine is outdoors on the soil no pot and she is huge!!! Like a mountain I’d like to take some of that to the front yard but I really don’t even know how to dig it 😂 she is a jungle for herself.

@samshupe5007 2 жыл бұрын

how do you get a start off one of these beautiful plants

@drkakfood 3 жыл бұрын

I love your garden. At the present time, I don't have land. I am gardening where can I put my pot. I am making organic fertilizer easy way. You can try it is very useful for fruits and vegetable plants

@ednasouther1619 Жыл бұрын

Top cut it to make it shorter . Mine grows giant in my koi pond making my water clean and clear and also got some in soil. They are easy to plant and are survivors. LOL..GOOD LUCK.

@Malc2112 2 жыл бұрын

My landlord passed away in April. I was just in his home to clean off the roof and noticed one of these plants alone in a bedroom. Poor thing is barely alive. I had to cut it out of the pot it was in. Rootbound like I never seen before. Lol. I think I can save it.

@garymotley425 Жыл бұрын

Need help. I have a 37 year old philodendron that has large arms growing 3 feet outside the pot. It is in a massive pot that weights over 100lbs. We move it in and out of the house yearly to shaded Porch. How do I cut this and replant if I can? The end has nice leaf growth and lots of the air riots.

@jude2009 Жыл бұрын

I use honey with water on my plants They all thrive on it

@badazz07sti Жыл бұрын

What soil are you using?

@karengray2152 2 жыл бұрын

How do you cut the stem back safely. I have had one since 1977

@ESS-zj8fe Жыл бұрын

what do I do if I have repotted my philodendron (20+ years old!) and its completely drooping and unhappy?

@harristanaya31 2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone help. My philodendrons have what looks like pups.. a few like my Apple, jungle boogie, and a few others. I been looking and looking for help. Do I remove them? Let them alone? Idk.

@saifsalah8593 Жыл бұрын

I live in eastern Iraq, the temperature reaches 49 degrees He likes to live outdoor Should I put it outside in the shade? Or indoor ? And why his leaves rather small? I mean the plant that I own?

@janetgraham378 3 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me how to care for a Norfolk Island pine tree? I had one but it died on me. I want to get another one.

@shenghujdomes3591 3 жыл бұрын

When I divided my selloum plant the leaves just drop. Is that normal after replanting it? Also, I put them by my window side. Or prefer to put it outside with indirect light? Please enlighten me. Thank you.

@stephaniebivins185 2 жыл бұрын

HELP 🆘 I dig up my huge plant just like the one you just cut up 😂. I did the same thing and placed them in 4 pots ,but they are all droopy ... I tied the up loosely with twine. Are they just in shock and going to pop back up or should I just chop those leaves off ?

@oksanadzhavala1424 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you can show us how this poor plant regrew.

@carrieann5727 11 ай бұрын

Wow, you massacred that plant, lol. Just kidding, thanks for the video, it was exactly what I needed for my overgrown philodendron that I want to keep in the same sized pot

@catsinq5726 2 жыл бұрын

I have a MONSTROUS philodendron, about seven feet tall, in the ground (I live in Florida). It has gotten so huge it is blocking the walking path (the largest leaves are almost 3 FEET across). I want to cut part of it off - the primary trunk about 12" in diameter and it has branched into two smaller ones, one about 6" in diameter and the other about 7". The 7" one is the one blocking the path. I want to cut it off and transplant it, but I can't find any information about how to do it with such a large plant. Obviously I can't propogate in water, nor can I dig up the whole thing and properly separate it. Is it possible to cut through the 7" trunk and just put it in a hole in the ground ? If so, what type of soil should I give it, and will it need peat moss for acidity?