I have a philodendron ‘xanadu’ that’s developed a 3-4 ft aerial root. Should I cut it off or just let it go? If cut off, where?

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 10/15/2020 @ 12:35 am

You can cut them off if you don't like the looks. Cut them off at the base right above the collar. The collar will heal leaving a node.

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