As the plant grows, the glossy green lobes deepen and widen.
Philodendron mayoi is no exception.
In too much shade, the plant becomes leggy and straggly-looking.
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Soil
A potting mix designed for aroid species is ideal for your plant.
The mix is typically slightly acidic, loose, well-drained, and rich in nutrients.
Feel the soil with your fingers to check when your plant needs water.
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When the top couple of inches of potting soil is dry, it’s usually time to water.
Be careful not to overwater, and confirm the pot has large drainage holes.
Soggy soil or standing water leads toroot rotand the eventual death of this beautiful, pricey species.
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To promote the best growth and healthiest foliage, ideally, humidity should be above 60%.
This isan ideal plant for a bathroomthat gets enough sun.
But dont overdo it.
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Too much fertilizer too frequently results in root burn and scorched,yellowing foliage.
Do not fertilize outside the active growing season.
Trim a few inches off the stems above a node.
Look out for the roots coming out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot.
This is a good indication that it’s time to go up a pot size or two.
Repotting is best done in spring or summer.
Don’t go too large, though.
If there’s too much soil, the plant won’t absorb moisture well, leading to root rot.
Common Pests and Plant Diseases
The plant may attractmealybugs,spider mites, andscale insects.
Inspect the plant regularly and treat it with insecticidal soap or neem oil before it turns into an infestation.
Root rot and other fungal diseases occur mostly due to overwatering or poor drainage.
Caught early, most issues are fixable.
Don’t go daft with your watering schedule either, as this can cause wilting and discoloration.
Brown Tips
Brown tips could relate to too much sunlight or being forgetful with watering.
During peak growing season, the vines on this fast-growing philodendron can stretch up to 4 inches per week.
It is one of the rarer philodendron species.
You’ll likely have to go to a specialist grower to source it and pay a premium for it.
With the right care and conditions, you could enjoy this beautiful plant for two decades or more.
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