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The ultimate plant care guide for a Philodendron Minima

Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima is Monstera lookalike that climbs like a Golden Pothos. It's a fast-growing plant that will make any living space turn into a true indoor jungle. Luckily, it's easy to take care of and doesn't require any special care if you already know how to take care of a Monstera.

To give you the best chance to take care of this plant, I've broken down the caring process into a few different steps. These steps give you the most in-depth information to teach you everything you need to know about caring for your plant.

  1. How to take care of a Philodendron Minima
  2. Monstera vs Philodendron: How do I tell the difference?

Summary of Philodendron Minima care

Find out what the Philodendron Minima prefers when it comes to its plant care. These are the most important parts of taking care of the Philodendron Minima!

Watering your Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima likes to be watered occasionally, but also needs to soil to dry out slightly. Water when the top of the soil has dried out.

Sunlight for your Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima does best in a spot where it gets bright, indirect sunlight. This spot is always bright but never gets direct sunlight.

Fertilizing your Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima needs quite a bit of energy to grow, so you should fertilize it once per month in the spring and summer.

Soil for your Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima likes to be watered when the top of the soil is dry, so use a soil mix that drains excess moisture quickly and holds onto some moisture for a few days.

Temperature for the Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima prefers a spot that consistently stays between 18 - 29°C (64 - 84°F).

Propagating the Philodendron Minima

To propagate the Philodendron Minima, you can remove seeds / bulbs from the parent plant and grow the baby Philodendron Minima's into an adult plant.

Repotting the Philodendron Minima

You should repot your Philodendron Minima once every 2 year(s). This helps your Philodendron Minima to stay healthy for many years.

Difficulty of Philodendron Minima plant care

The Philodendron Minima is not the best plant for beginners, but also not very difficult to take care of.

1 . How to take care of a Philodendron Minima

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How to take care of a Philodendron Minima

The Philodendron Minima is a wonderful climbing Monstera lookalike. In this plant care guide, we're going to look at how you can best take care of your Philodendron Minima and how to help it thrive in your house.

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2 . Monstera vs Philodendron: How do I tell the difference?

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Monstera vs Philodendron: How do I tell the difference?

Are you confused whether you've got a Philodendron or a Monstera? These plants are very similar, but in looks and care requirements. In this plant care guide, we'll show you the difference between the plants and we'll look at some common misidentifications of Monsteras and Philodendrons.

Read "Monstera vs Philodendron: How do I tell the difference?"

In this ultimate guide to taking care of a Philodendron Minima, you're going to learn everything there is to know about keeping this plant happy. You're going to learn how to water this plant and what type of light it likes best. With these tips, you'll learn to take care of your houseplant in no time at all!

Scientific classification of Philodendron Minima

Plants go by many names, but it can become confusing very quickly if you're talking about different plants with the same nickname. That's why I'm including the scientific name of the plant, so we're all on the same page!

Classification Name
Species Philodendron Minima

Frequently asked questions

How should you water the Philodendron Minima?
The Philodendron Minima likes to be watered occasionally, but also needs to soil to dry out slightly. Water when the top of the soil has dried out.
How much sunlight does the Philodendron Minima need?
The Philodendron Minima does best in a spot where it gets bright, indirect sunlight. This spot is always bright but never gets direct sunlight.
How much fertilizer does the Philodendron Minima need?
The Philodendron Minima needs quite a bit of energy to grow, so you should fertilize it once per month in the spring and summer.
What is the best soil for the Philodendron Minima?
The Philodendron Minima likes to be watered when the top of the soil is dry, so use a soil mix that drains excess moisture quickly and holds onto some moisture for a few days.
What is the ideal temperature for the Philodendron Minima?
The Philodendron Minima prefers a spot that consistently stays between 18 - 29°C (64 - 84°F).
How do you propagate the Philodendron Minima?
To propagate the Philodendron Minima, you can remove seeds / bulbs from the parent plant and grow the baby Philodendron Minima's into an adult plant.
How often should you repot the Philodendron Minima?
You should repot your Philodendron Minima once every 2 year(s). This helps your Philodendron Minima to stay healthy for many years.
Is the Philodendron Minima easy to take care of?
The Philodendron Minima is not the best plant for beginners, but also not very difficult to take care of.

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