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Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

4.7 out of 5 (3 experiences)

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

About Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Philodendrons grow aerial roots that grip the bark of trees, allowing them to grow over 20 feet tall! Their leaves change shape as they climb and can grow larger than a dinner plate. Fossils show Philodendrons growing as far back as 30 million years ago when South America was still connected to Antarctica! ❄️

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Genus

Philodendron

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

How to care for Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

💦 Water

How often to water your Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' in your home

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' can tolerate being far from a window and light source.

Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Philodendron 'Florida Ghost': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

💨 Humidity

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' →

❄️ Dormancy

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

🌎 Native Region

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Philodendron 'Florida Ghost', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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Care Summary for Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 2

Large, lush leaves 2

Easy to propagate 2

Survivor 1

@@NellBell85

20 Plants

495 XP

Boulder, CO

09/13/2021

I love Casper! This species is perfect as a lower maintenance but pretty rare plant. It’s always growing a new leaf, which come in white/cream/yellow & turn green over time. The petioles are pretty fragile but losing a leaf here & there doesnt seem to bother it. I ordered this one from Indonesia & it arrived very healthy (needed water, & lost a couple leaves from the weak petioles), but it was growing & perky really fast. I fertilize & water w/ super thrive & do check for pests regularly, but overall it’s an easy & hearty addition to my collection. It’s a philodendron, so propagation should be easy but I haven’t tried yet.

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

Survivor