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Philodendron superbum

Also Known As

  • Santa Leopoldina
  • Santa Leopoldina II

Plant type

perennial, vine, aroid

size

  • H: 6'-20'
  • W: 3'-20'

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Philodendron superbum plant details

Philodendron superbum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with blue foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philodendron superbum

Plant type: perennial aroid vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves, houseplant, tropical, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philodendron superbum

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Philodendron Superbum was known, for a long time as a form of Santa Leopoldina. Later this plant was commonly called Santa Leopoldina species 2. Then it was given its correct species name of Superbum. Foliage: Large narrow leaves Flowers: Hooded Height: Climber

Gardening facts about Philodendron superbum plant

How to Grow Philodendron superbum

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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