Philodendron mexicanum Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
The Mexican Jungle Vine, or Philodendron mexicanum, is a rare but highly sought-after houseplant. This striking green plant has a unique texture and can grow up to 36 inches. Mexican Jungle Vine is easy to care for with only indirect light and moist soil, making it ideal for the beginning gardener.
Common Name |
Mexican Philodendron, Lobed Philodendron, Mexican Jungle Vine
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
Shrubs
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron mexicanum
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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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Philodendron mexicanum Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron mexicanum.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron mexicanum needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron mexicanum needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Philodendron mexicanum Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron mexicanum to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
55°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Philodendron mexicanum prefers High humidity levels, between 60% and 80%. |
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Philodendron mexicanum Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron mexicanum. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Philodendron mexicanum plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Philodendron mexicanum Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron mexicanum plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron mexicanum toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron mexicanum has calcium oxalate crystals, which are toxic to pets if ingested |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Patio And Containers
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Philodendron mexicanum Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron mexicanum, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
air layering
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Philodendron mexicanum Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron mexicanum plant originated. |
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Country |
Mexico
Central America
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