🌱 Philodendron Gigas Care
Light
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Bright, indirect light is ideal
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Tolerates medium light, but growth will slow and leaves may stay smaller
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Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the velvety foliage
Water
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Water when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry
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Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy
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Reduce watering during cooler months
Humidity
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Thrives in higher humidity (60%+)
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Will grow in average indoor humidity, but leaf size and texture improve with more moisture
Temperature
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Prefers 65–85°F
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Protect from drafts and temperatures below 55°F
Soil
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Well-draining, chunky aroid mix
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Potting soil + orchid bark + perlite or pumice
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Fertilizer
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Feed monthly in spring and summer
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Follow package instructions for your chosen fertilizer
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Pause feeding in fall and winter
Support
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Benefits from a moss pole or totem
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Vertical growth encourages larger, more dramatic leaves
Maintenance
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Avoid touching leaves too often—velvet shows marks easily
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Wipe gently with a soft, damp cloth if needed
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Prune leggy growth as desired
Toxicity
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Toxic to pets and humans if ingested