Lemon Lime Philodendron Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Lemon Lime Philodendron, also known as Malay Gold, is a tropical plant native to Central America that is perfect as a houseplant. Unlike Philodendron micans, Malay Gold isn't a climber plant. This plant is characterized by brightly colored leaves, such as yellow and lime green, that can brighten a room.
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Malay Gold
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Lemon Lime Philodendron.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Lemon Lime Philodendron needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Lemon Lime Philodendron needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Lemon Lime Philodendron to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Lemon Lime Philodendron prefers High humidity levels, between 60% and 70%. |
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Lemon Lime Philodendron. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Lemon Lime Philodendron plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Lemon Lime Philodendron plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
16 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Celadon
Lime
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Lemon Lime Philodendron toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron is not safe for your pets and humans if ingested |
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Lemon Lime Philodendron, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Lemon Lime Philodendron Native Region |
Find out where the Lemon Lime Philodendron plant originated. |
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Country |
United States of America (the)
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Specific Location
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Lemon Lime Philodendron grows in Central America. |
