Species: Philodendron hastatum
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Native to: Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador and Colombia
Temperature preferences: Warm to cool growing
Water preferences: Medium moisture
Terrestrial or Epiphytic: Terrestrial and Epiphytic
General Information and Care: Philodendron hastatum is one of the more uniquely colored plants that Glass Box Tropicals offers. The leaves are a blue hue. Typically the leaves will range in size from 2-6" in a terrarium depending upon growing conditions. Additionally, this species does best when given a hardscape item to grow on, or a background. This is truly a remarkable species that can really stand out in a sea of green terrarium plants.
This species will require pruning as it can outgrow a terrarium.
Glass Box Tropicals Plant Care Rating: 3
Shipped Size: Rooted plant grown in a 2.5" pot.
