Spade Leaf Philodendron is a species from the Arum family, grown for its large, glossy, arrow-shaped leaves that can reach about 56 cm long. It is widely grown as a houseplant and does best in bright, indirect light with evenly moist soil.

Family: Araceae (Arum family)
Light: Bright indirect, Part shade
Water: Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry, and avoid soggy conditions.
Soil: Chunky, well-draining aroid mix with peat or coir and perlite or bark.
Temperature: 18–29 °C; protect below 10 °C
How easy: Easy
Safety: Toxic: Leaves and stems contain calcium oxalate crystals that cause mouth and throat irritation, swelling, and drooling if chewed.. Toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA).

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Philodendron domesticum, also called the spadeleaf philodendron, the elephant ear philodendron, or burgundy philodendron, is a plant in the genus Philodendron. Its arrow-shaped glossy leaves grow to be 22 inches (56 cm) long and 9 inches (23 cm) wide when mature. Philodendron domesticum is also commonly grown as a houseplant in temperate climates.

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