Philodendron Pastazanum

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The Philodendron Pastazanum is a crawling plant native to Ecuador and Peru. Creeping along the humid forest floor, this plant produces large, heart-shaped, matte leaves, that become increasingly pillowy as the plant matures.

Plants that crawl, as opposed to climb, typically tolerate lower light levels compared to their counterparts which climb up trees to reach more light. The Pastazanum stays close to the ground, under the canopy, rooting into the soil wherever it settles. This makes it easy to propagate; simply cut in between nodes on the main stem and each cutting should already have a root system ready to go. As it matures, the petioles can get longer, the leaves get larger and the plant can overall look bushier. 

If you like big impact plants, and enjoy large leaves, then this is a plant you must try. It's ease of care, and ability to size up quickly, makes for a very fun and rewarding plant to grow.

How to care for Philodendron Pastazanum

  • Lighting: Bright, indirect light is best, but can tolerate lower light levels. Avoid direct sun. North and West windows are best.
  • Watering: Likes to be moist but not waterlogged. Water when top third of soil is dry.
  • Humidity: 50% and above.
  • Temperature: Consistent warm temperatures are best, from 18-29°C. Keep an eye on the plant if it drops below 15°C.
  • Soil Preference: A loose and airy mix to supports its thick roots. We recommend the Monstera & Philodendron mix.
  • Good to Know: As this plant naturally crawls, it is best suited to a long narrow planter, as supposed to a classic round pot.

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How We Care For Our Plants

Here at The Watered Garden, we treat every plant like it’s part of our own collection at home. While in our care, each plant gets daily spot checks, the right amount of watering, and continuous monitoring for any pests or diseases. We clean leaves, repot when necessary, and make sure they’re in perfect shape before they reach you. It’s our way of ensuring that every plant you bring home is happy, healthy, and will continue to be that way for years to come.