The Houseplant derivative, Philodendron Melanochrysum is a simple plant to repot. Follow the steps below on repotting your Houseplant. The steps are very similar to any other plant in the Araceae family.
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Repotting Philodendron Melanochrysum from one pot to another step by step
In this article and the steps below, you’ll learn how to repot your Philodendron Melanochrysum, just like you would repot your Philodendron Green Princess as it is in the same family. Follow along as you do it or make notes if necessary.
First, get your Philodendron Melanochrysum loose in the pot
Once you have decided on repotting, do you research. Without research, the repotting process may not be as effective as you think and you can use this as an opportunity to maximise the health and growth of your Philodendron Melanochrysum by checking the soil ph (Acidic) and timing the repot just before the bloom time of the plant too. The bloom time of Philodendron Melanochrysum is: Spring, summer. Once you are sure when to repot, water your soil in preparation for extraction.
Second, prepare the new pot for your Philodendron Melanochrysum
Patience is key when extracting your Philodendron Melanochrysum from the pot. Depending on the age of the Philodendron Melanochrysum, it may have complex root systems. Take care and maybe turn it upside down to ease it out.
Third, select the soil optimally when preparing Philodendron Melanochrysum for repotting
So you have prepared your new pot and also removed Philodendron Melanochrysum from the old pot. The final step is simple, fill in any gaps with Loamy, moist but well-drained soil and allow your Philodendron Melanochrysum to flourish.
How to care for Philodendron Melanochrysum
After the repotting process for Philodendron Melanochrysum is over, it is important that you are clued up on how to take care of it into the future.
Managing the growth and care of Philodendron Melanochrysum following repotting
In the aftercare of Philodendron Melanochrysum, be sure that you give it the right sun exposure (Partial), you’re growing it in the right hardiness zone (10a, 10b, 11a, 11b) and that your climate is similar to where your Philodendron Melanochrysum is from (North America, Central America). If you do this correctly, your Philodendron Melanochrysum should grow to its mature size in its new pot of 8 in. tall, 24 in. long.
Is the best place to keep Philodendron Melanochrysum indoors or outdoors after repotting?
Whether Philodendron Melanochrysum is kept inside or out after repotting is dependent on personal preference and you may wish to rotate your Philodendron Melanochrysum from one environment to the next as the seasons change. So, compare your local climate to your plants natural climate: North America, Central America. Also, make sure you’re nearby the recommended hardiness zone if keeping outside: 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
How will you know you have successfully repot Philodendron Melanochrysum?
Witnessing Philodendron Melanochrysum flourish after you have done the right repotting process is very satisfying. Anticipate Green, white blooms in the Spring, summer time and relish the sight of your Philodendron Melanochrysum maturing leading up to the bloom, reaching around 8 in. tall, 24 in. long. Perhaps if you really like the way your plant has grown you could grow a similar plant like Philodendron Mayoi.
What kind of plant is Philodendron Melanochrysum?
First of all, once fully grown, Philodendron Melanochrysum is toxic to cats and toxic to dogs. When trying to find out more information about it so you can take better care of it, you may want to be aware of the other types of names and the fact that your Houseplant is in the Araceae family of plants.
What are the scientific and botanical names for Philodendron Melanochrysum?
Philodendron Micans Philodendron Micans or Philodendron hederaceum var. hederaceum are all other names you may have heard your Philodendron Melanochrysum be called. These names are more scientific and botanical. If you need more ideas for what plant to repot next, check out the below table.
| Our pick of a similar plant to repot | Philodendron Gloriosum |
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| Our pick of a different plant to repot | American Elderberry |