{"product_id":"horsehead-philodendron-philodendron-panduriforme","title":"Horsehead Philodendron - Philodendron panduriforme","description":"\u003cp\u003eHorsehead Philodendron (\u003cem\u003ePhilodendron panduriforme\u003c\/em\u003e) is an evergreen climber native to tropical South America. Its young leaves are long and smooth, and they become distinctively lobed as the plant matures. On a support it reaches 1.5 to 3m high and 60 to 90cm wide. It is a striking foliage plant for a bright indoor corner or a shady tropical garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSculptural leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e Young leaves are long and smooth, then develop curving lobes as they mature. The species name, panduriforme, means fiddle shaped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTall and slim.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 60 to 90cm wide it fits a corner, a narrow bed or a pot beside a window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-anchoring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial roots grip a pole, trellis or tree trunk, and help the plant take up moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors or out.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a bright room, a protected patio or a shaded subtropical or tropical garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow fuss feeding.\u003c\/strong\u003e A yearly slow release fertiliser is enough to support healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor feature plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pot it in a large container with a moss pole in a bright room away from direct sun. Indoor plants stay shorter than garden plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShady tropical borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a subtropical or tropical garden, plant it in a full shade position beside a trunk or wall. Allow about 1m between plants if you are covering a long surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtected patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e In cooler climates keep it in a pot on a well lit, protected patio, and bring it inside before frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Horsehead Philodendron in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it indoors, or outdoors in deep shade in a subtropical or tropical garden. Inside, give it bright, filtered light. Warm climates suit it best, and in cooler ones it needs a well lit, sheltered position. Protect it from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a free draining mix with plenty of humus and organic matter. Keep the roots moist but never waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for the first 12 weeks, mist the leaves in dry air, and apply a slow release fertiliser once a year to keep growth healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e When the plant begins producing extra leaves, give it a moss pole, trellis or trunk, and tie it in gently. The sap irritates skin, so wear gloves when pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Horsehead Philodendron as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small plant with simple, smooth leaves, and the lobed shape develops as it grows. Pot it up or plant it out soon after delivery, and give it a support once it begins to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/philodendron-care-guide\"\u003ePhilodendron care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/philodendrons\"\u003eBrowse the philodendron range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eMore indoor plants for the home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eTropical plants for shaded gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves change shape?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves are long and simple, and they become lobed as the plant matures. A well supported plant in bright, filtered light develops the full shape sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need a pole?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, eventually. Once the plant starts to produce extra leaves, a moss pole, trellis or trunk keeps it upright and lets the aerial roots grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Every part of a philodendron is toxic if chewed, and the sap irritates skin. Keep it away from pets and children, and wash your hands after you handle it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67789621461311,"sku":"PHI-PAN-tube","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/horsehead-philodendron-philodendron-panduriforme.jpg?v=1792191328","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/horsehead-philodendron-philodendron-panduriforme","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}