Botanical Name: Common Names:
Philodendron martianum Syn Caladium crassipes, Fat Boy, Flask Philodendron,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Climbers, Indoor Plants, Palms, Ferns & Tropical Climbing / Twining, Rosette
Description:
Attractive climbing Philodendron with large glossy, oval-shaped deep green leaves. The perfect Philodendron to bring a tropical feel to a garden, balcony or courtyards. Great also as a dramatic indoor plant. Plant in shady positions in a frost free area to contrast against other tropical style plants like Bromeliads and Alocasias.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade, Shade Loam, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Climber / Creeper, Courtyard, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Indoor Plant, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Araceae SouthAmerica
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Cream
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate