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How to Grow and Care for Tree Philodendron Houseplants Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum (formerly Philodendron selloum syn.P. bipinnatifidum)The philodendron houseplant is such a reliable old friend, and so commonplace, that you might tend to overlook it in favor of more remarkable species.
But then along comes the tree philodendron, sometimes called lacy leaf, split leaf, or horsehead philodendron, a species that’s so large and bold you can’t help but take notice. It goes by various other common names as well, including panda or fruit salad plant.
As an aside, while we’re on the topic of names, this species is actually no longer classified as a philodendron, according to the botanists who are experts in taxonomy. We’ll get to that a little later in the article.
It has vast green, glossy, heart-shaped leaves that are deeply lobed, with cuts so deep they reach almost to the center vein of the leaves.
If you’re looking for a plant that makes a statement, that can anchor an oversize room or complement a blank wall, this could be the one for you.
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This plant is easily confused with another jumbo-size, bodacious tropical, Monstera deliciosa, which also has divided leaves and grows to be big and tall.
But those Swiss cheese plants may also have enclosed holes on their leaves, while T. bipinnatifidum has the deeply cut lobes only.
In USDA Hardiness Zones 10 to 13, this foliage plant will grow outdoors year-round, either in large containers or planted in a garden or border.
Its tall stature is tree-like, and plants will commonly lose their bottom leaves, leaving the central stalk exposed.
Here, I’ll cover ways to grow and care
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