Common
name: "Lacy-tree Philodendron"
Latin name: Philodendron 'Hope' formerly 'Selloum'
Native
to: Man made hybrid
Growth habit: An upright bush usually 24" wider
than it's container.
Flowers: No
Temps: Normal indoor temps
Humidity: Not critical. Pests: Watch for Mealy bugs on
rare occasion we have seen Aphids.
Lighting:
Pictured
Houseplant:
10" Philodendron Hope
Houseplant
Cultural
information: Philodendon "Hope" replaced the
old Philodendron "Selloum'" a few years ago. This
new Philo is easy to grow. In a partially sunny location it's
growth habit will resemble the pictured plant. In low light it
tends to become some what leggy. They are usually available in
6,8,10, 12 and 14" containers. Check for water weekly. Allow
the soil to dry down a few inches of soil depth for larger plants.
Feed bi-monthly with Peter's Plant Food. Propagation is difficult.
Philodendron "Hope" is available in 6"
containers thru 14" specimen plants.
