Philodendron Lemon Lime in suspension
Lemon green leaves Philodendron Lemon Lime
Philodedndron Lemon Lime neon green leaves
Aerial roots Climbing Philodendron
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Philodendron Lemon Lime, the philo that won't go unnoticed
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You can be a green plant and still get noticed. With its almost fluorescent green foliage, Philodendron Lemon Lime is a real eye-catcher. This natural hybrid, native to Central America, belongs to the Araceae family.
How to recognize Philodendron 'Lemon Lime
Philodendron 'Lemon Lime' is a semi-epiphytic plant with a bushy habit. It can climb up a stake thanks to its aerial roots, or be grown as a hanging plant. In pots, it grows to no more than 60 cm in all directions.
Alternate leaves grow along smooth stems. Lime-green, they measure up to 20 centimetres long and ten centimetres wide. The leaf blades resemble those of Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil': the belligerent see a spearhead, the romantic a heart with an elongated tip.
Philodendron 'Lemon Lime' is grown solely for its luminous foliage. It is a non-flowering, non-fruiting hybrid.
Like its ancestor philodendron hederaceum, Philo Lemon Lime contains calcium crystals. The plant's stem, leaves and sap are toxic if ingested or touched. Keep your specimen out of the reach of children and pets. It may cause skin and mucous membrane irritation and digestive disorders.
Our maintenance tips
Lemon Lime Philodendrons are not difficult to care for. Regular watering, a little moisture, a pot optimized for drainage and a little fertilizer are all that's needed.
Watering
Water your Philodendron Lemon Lime when the soil surface is at least three centimetres dry.
Use non-calcareous water at room temperature, such as rainwater.
After 20 minutes, empty the planter or saucer. Stagnant water can rot the roots.
Spray
Fogging helps to increase humidity and prevent attacks by mites or red spiders. Spray foliage with non-calcareous water at room temperature.
Repotting
In spring, transfer your Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime' to a larger pot, so that it can continue to grow.
Re-pot your Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime' to give it more space. Choose a pierced terracotta or plastic pot that will allow it to continue growing.
At the bottom, place a draining potting soil and then transplant your plant. Pack the rootball to prevent it from becoming too airy.
Lemon Lime Philodendrons like to climb. You can support their development by providing them with a stake to hang on.
Fertilization
You can stimulate the development of your plant during its growth phase, in spring and summer, with fertilizer.
Addgreen plant fertilizer to watering water.
Cleaning
Clean the top and bottom of the leaves with a damp sponge. This removes dust and keeps pests at bay.
Pinch
Pinch your Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime' during its growing season.
Lemon Lime Philodendrons don't cut themselves. But you can pinch the ends of the stems to densify the plant and create new branches.
Your Philodendron Lemon Lime is toxic. Wear gloves during the operation to avoid skin rashes.
Cutting
Cutting is carried out during the strong growth phase, generally in spring and early summer.
Select a healthy stem. Take a portion of about ten centimetres with at least one leaf and one aerial root.
Always use a clean instrument to prevent the spread of disease, and a sharp one to facilitate healing.
Soak your cutting in a glass of water at room temperature. Only the stem end should be immersed. Change the water every three days to keep it clear.
Place your cutting in a bright spot away from direct sunlight.
Place your cutting in a bright spot away from direct sunlight.
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Information
| Family | Araceae - Araceae |
| Type | Philodendron - Philodendron |
| Species | Philodendron hederaceum - Philodendron hederaceum |
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Exposures | |
| Substrats | |
| Planting method |
In pots |
| Categories | |
| Tags |
Beginner Toxic |
| Origin |
Central America |
| Hardiness (USDA) | 10a |
| Leaf color |
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