Plant Care Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Paraiso Verde Philodendron

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Paraiso Verde Philodendron has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower
Paraiso Verde Philodendron has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves

About Paraiso Verde Philodendron

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! ā„ļø

Taxonomy

Philodendron 'Paraiso Verde'
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

Also known as

Philodendron Paraiso Verde

How to care for Paraiso Verde Philodendron

šŸ’¦ Water

How often to water your Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Water needs for Paraiso Verde Philodendron
0.5 cups
every 9

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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.

Calculate water needs of Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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5"
ā˜€ļø Light

Finding light for Paraiso Verde Philodendron in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Paraiso Verde Philodendron: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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 šŸ’Ŗ.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Paraiso Verde Philodendron in your home šŸ”.

🪓 Nutrients

How to fertilize Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Paraiso Verde Philodendron: 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 Paraiso Verde Philodendron after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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šŸ’” FAQs
šŸ’¦ Water Needs

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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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ā˜€ļø Sunlight Needs

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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 šŸ’Ŗ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home šŸ”.

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🐶 🐈 šŸ‘¶ Toxicity

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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. Paraiso Verde Philodendron is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


šŸ’Ø Humidity

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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.

Paraiso Verde Philodendron Humidity Needs →


🪓 Soil

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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!

Best Soil Mix for Paraiso Verde Philodendron →

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When and How to Successfully Repot Paraiso Verde Philodendron →

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šŸ’© Fertilizer

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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 Paraiso Verde Philodendron →


ā„ļø Dormancy

Paraiso Verde Philodendron 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!


šŸŒŽ Native Region

Paraiso Verde Philodendron is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.


šŸŒ¦ļø Growing Outdoors
šŸ‚ 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 Paraiso Verde Philodendron, 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.


Care Summary for Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Paraiso Verde Philodendron

Paraiso Verde Philodendron


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 6ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

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

What other plant parents say

Paraiso Verde Philodendron has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 2
Paraiso Verde Philodendron has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 1
Paraiso Verde Philodendron has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 1
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04/27/2021

This thing roots from cuttings so fast and then it grows even faster. If there’s such a thing as instant gratification when it comes to growing from cuttings, this is it. I love it.

Fast grower Fast grower
Easy to propagate Easy to propagate

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