Plant Care Hairy Philodendron

Hairy Philodendron

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Hairy Philodendron has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves

About Hairy 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! ❄️

Taxonomy

Philodendron squamiferum
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

Also known as

Red Bristle Philodendron

How to care for Hairy Philodendron

💦 Water

How often to water your Hairy Philodendron

Water needs for Hairy Philodendron
0.5 cups
every 7

Hairy Philodendron needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 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 Hairy Philodendron

Water 0.5 cups every
7

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Hairy Philodendron in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Hairy Philodendron: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Hairy Philodendron may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Hairy Philodendron

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

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Hairy Philodendron is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Hairy Philodendron →

Benefits of Growing Hairy Philodendron →

Common Hairy Philodendron Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Hairy Philodendron →

Outdoor Care Guide for Hairy Philodendron →


💦 Water Needs

Hairy 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.

Hairy Philodendron Water Frequency →

Hairy Philodendron Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Hairy 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 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Hairy Philodendron Light Requirements →

Hairy Philodendron Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Hairy Philodendron is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Hairy 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.

Hairy Philodendron Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Hairy 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 Hairy Philodendron →

Best Pots for Hairy Philodendron →

When and How to Successfully Repot Hairy Philodendron →

What Are Healthy Hairy Philodendron Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Hairy 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 Hairy Philodendron →


❄️ Dormancy

Hairy 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!


🌎 Native Region

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


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Hairy Philodendron is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

Hairy Philodendron Lifecycle →

Hairy Philodendron Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Hairy Philodendron →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

Hairy Philodendron 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.

How to Propagate Hairy Philodendron →


🍂 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 Hairy 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 Hairy Philodendron

Hairy Philodendron

Hairy Philodendron


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 7 days

Placement

< 3ft 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

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