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Q.Split Leaf Philodendron

Zone 33311 | djneilsfla added on May 10, 2023 | Answered

Is the split leaf philo the type of plant you can cut the trunk and plant it somewhere else and it will grow? (Like some palms for instance) Thank you in advance

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BushDoctor
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Answered on May 10, 2023

They do! Just find a segment with aerial roots (They look like little bumbs near a leaf base) and cut a section between those. This will leave some of them on the bottom of the cutting, which will turn to roots once planted.

Here is an article that will help you with the plant's care:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/philodendron/split-leaf-elephant-ear-philodendron.htm

These articles will offer more information on the genus:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/philodendron

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