Philodendron 'Malay Gold'
English name:
Philodendron 'Malay Gold'Latin name:
Philodendron Hybrid Malay GoldAbout me:
I am a rare climbing Philodendron with large paddle-shaped lime green leaves that are buttery in colour when they first emerge.Useful to know:
Origin
I am a hybrid cultivated in Thailand.
Height/Growth
My leaves can get 8in long and 4in wide!
Light
I can handle anything from bright light to shade, but keep me away from direct sun.
Water
Allow the top 3cm of my soil to dry between waterings.
Temperature
Room temperatures of 16-24°C are perfect.
Feeding
Feed me fortnightly from spring to autumn.
Grooming
As I am a climber, I will probably require a support such as a moss pole once I get bigger.
Care
I can develop root rot if you water me too much or leave me sitting in water.
Toxicity
I am toxic so please don't eat me.
Fact
There is some confusion over my name - you migth find me referred to as Lemon Lime, Green emerald or Ceylon Gold!
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