Philodendron Selloum Hope

Pot diameter: 17cm

Philodendron Selloum 'Hope' Care Guide

Philodendron Selloum 'Hope' is a robust, non-climbing cultivar that brings a true jungle atmosphere to any home. It is loved for its giant, deeply lobed leaves with wavy edges. It grows more like a sprawling shrub and eventually develops a thick central stem that looks like a small trunk.

💧 Watering

'Hope' drinks a bit more than common climbing philodendrons, but it still dislikes "wet feet."

When to water: Allow the substrate to dry out approximately 1/3 to 1/2 of the pot's depth.

Beware of extremes: Too much dryness will cause the edges to brown, while overwatering leads to yellowing lower leaves and root rot.

Water: Use room-temperature, standing water.

☀️ Light

This species requires a bit more light than its climbing relatives to maintain a compact shape.

Placement: Bright, indirect light is ideal. It tolerates some morning or late afternoon sun well.

Lack of light: Leaves will have very long petioles, stretching towards the light, and may start to break under their own weight.Rotation: Rotate the plant regularly so it grows evenly and doesn't lean to one side.

🌡️ Temperature and Air

Ideal temperature: 18–28 °C. It's a tropical plant, so beware of drafts and frost from windows in winter.

Humidity: 'Hope' is very resilient in this regard. It can handle average room humidity around 40–50%, but if you give it more, it will reward you with larger and more vibrant leaves.

Cleanliness: Large leaves act as dust traps. Wipe them with a damp cloth or shower the plant with lukewarm water occasionally.

🌿 Fertilization and Growth

Fertilization: Since it produces a lot of green mass, it needs energy. Fertilize every 14 days from spring to autumn with a liquid fertilizer for green plants.

Space: Remember that 'Hope' does not grow vertically on a pole but spreads outwards. It needs ample space around it for its leaves to stand out.

🧽 Substrate

It needs a mix that retains moisture but also drains excess water quickly:

Composition: A mix of quality potting mix for houseplants, perlite, and pieces of pine bark.

Drainage: A layer of expanded clay aggregate at the bottom of the pot is essential to prevent roots from sitting in water.