Plant Care

Light: Bright, indirect; gentle morning sun OK, avoid harsh afternoon rays.

Water: When top 2–3 inches are dry; water thoroughly and drain. Reduce in winter.

Humidity & Temp: 55–70% RH; 65–85°F. Higher humidity supports fenestration.

Soil: Chunky, fast-draining aroid mix (bark, perlite, coco, small amount of compost).

Feeding: Balanced liquid fertilizer at ¼–½ strength every 4–6 weeks in active growth.

Support: Train on a moss/coir pole to encourage larger, split leaves.

Pests: Watch for thrips and spider mites; treat early with soap or horticultural oil.

Propagation: Node cuttings in water or sphagnum; pot once roots are 2–3 inches.

Troubleshooting: Yellowing + wet soil = overwatering; small leaves = low light or no support.

Light: Medium to bright indirect; avoid direct midday sun, especially for velvets.

Water: Keep slightly moist; let top 1–2 inches dry. Climbers often like a touch more moisture.

Humidity & Temp: 60%+ RH for velvets/variegates; 65–85°F.

Soil: Airy aroid mix; extra bark for climbers, extra perlite for terrestrials.

Feeding: Light, regular feeding spring–summer; reduce fall–winter.

Training: Provide a pole for climbers; repot when roots circle the pot.

Pests: Mealybugs on petioles are common—inspect new growth.

Propagation: Node cuttings with a visible node/eye.

Troubleshooting: Curling leaves = underwatering/low humidity; pale growth = low light or underfeeding.

Light: Low to bright indirect; variegates need brighter light to maintain color.

Water: Water when the top 1 inch is dry; smaller pots may need more frequent watering.

Humidity & Temp: 50–65% RH; 60–85°F; appreciates extra humidity.

Soil: Well-draining potting mix with perlite; add bark if staking to climb.

Feeding: Mild feeding every 4–6 weeks in growing season.

Growth Habit: Juveniles are bushy; will climb if given a pole.

Pests: Spider mites in dry rooms—raise humidity and improve airflow.

Propagation: Stem cuttings with nodes in water or soil.

Troubleshooting: Fading variegation = insufficient light; droop = dry or rootbound.

Light: Bright, indirect; morning sun OK, avoid intense noon sun.

Water: Keep evenly moist, never soggy; excellent drainage is critical.

Humidity & Temp: 60%+ RH; 68–85°F; sensitive to cold drafts.

Soil: Airy mix with bark, perlite, and a small amount of peat/coco.

Feeding: Half-strength fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during growth.

Dormancy: Winter dieback can be normal—reduce water, keep warm, resume care in spring.

Pests: Spider mites and thrips—inspect undersides and maintain humidity.

Propagation: Division of corms/rhizomes; allow cuts to callus.

Troubleshooting: Browning edges = low humidity/salts; mushy petioles = overwatering.

Light: Low to medium indirect; great for interior rooms.

Water: Let top 2 inches dry, then water thoroughly; avoid standing water.

Humidity & Temp: 45–60% RH; 65–85°F; generally forgiving.

Soil: Standard tropical mix with added perlite for drainage.

Feeding: Light monthly feeding in spring–summer.

Care Notes: Prefers consistency—avoid big swings in moisture or light.

Pests: Usually low-pest; occasional mealybugs—wipe and treat promptly.

Propagation: Division during repotting.

Troubleshooting: Yellow lower leaves = normal aging; widespread yellowing = overwatering.

Light: Bright, indirect. Velvet/foliage types prefer filtered light; flowering types can take a bit more.

Water: Keep evenly moist; let top 1–2 inches dry; never let sit in water.

Humidity & Temp: 60–80% RH; 65–85°F; essential for velvety species.

Soil: Very chunky mix (orchid bark, perlite, sphagnum) to keep roots airy.

Feeding: Low-dose, frequent feeding; Ca/Mg supplements improve foliage quality.

Potting: Use shallow, well-vented pots; upsize only when rootbound.

Pests: Thrips/mites on new leaves—improve airflow and treat early.

Propagation: Division or stem cuttings with nodes; seeds for flowering types.

Troubleshooting: Leaf cracking = too dry/low humidity; brown edges = salts or underwatering.