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Xanadu Philodendron (Thaumatophyllum xanadu) growing in South Florida
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Xanadu Philodendron — South Florida Plant Guide

Thaumatophyllum xanadu

Family: Araceae · Shrub

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Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

tropicalresortlushmoderncommercial

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

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Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Xanadu Philodendron is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Consistent moisture for best appearance. More drought tolerant than its lush appearance suggests.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 with micronutrients. Light tropical feeder.

Schedule: February, May, September balanced fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
35 ft
Largura Madura
46 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
4/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Xanadu Philodendron grow in South Florida?

Xanadu Philodendron has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Xanadu Philodendron safe for pets?

Xanadu Philodendron is not safe for pets. TOXIC — calcium oxalate crystals. Burning pain if chewed. Mandatory disclosure to all pet owners.

How much water does Xanadu Philodendron need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Xanadu Philodendron is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Xanadu Philodendron tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Xanadu Philodendron has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Xanadu Philodendron available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Xanadu Philodendron is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC listed.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Very common in Broward commercial and residential landscapes.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold sensitive — zone 10a+ preferred.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Naples tropical landscape designs.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical climate.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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