Philodendron Caramel Pluto Plant in a 10 inch Nursery Pot
Philodendron 'Caramel Pluto' · Philodendron
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The new leaves come in caramel. Each one unrolls out of a pink sheath, coppery brown at first, and slowly turns green like the older leaves.
- New leaves open a caramel, coppery brown, rolled up inside a pink sheath, and turn green as they mature.
- The older leaves are long and green, cut into deep lobes with wavy edges, on long reddish-brown stalks.
- Bright, indirect light, and water when the top quarter of the soil is dry. That watering rule is the one Darrell uses for most tropical plants.
- Toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Keep it out of reach, and read the pet note below.
- Caramel new leaves
- 10 in nursery pot
- Toxic to cats and dogs
- Bright, indirect light
Sending it as a gift?
- Add it to your cart and choose delivery at checkout: $35 plus GST and PST, or free when the order is $98 or more.
- Enter their address in Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Richmond or Burnaby as the delivery address. You can place the order from anywhere. We deliver only to these five cities.
- The receipt comes to your email only, and we email you when it has been delivered.
- After you pay, we email you, not them, to confirm the delivery day. Write your gift message, and whether it is a surprise, in the notes at checkout.
- Not sure which plant suits them? Send a gift card and let them choose at our Kitsilano shop.
- Not for a home with cats or dogs that chew plants. For a home with cats or dogs, see our Money Tree.
Our shop is at 3742 West 10th Avenue in Kitsilano. Pick it up any time we're open, 11:00 am to 6:30 pm, seven days a week, even right after you order.
What you get
- One Philodendron 'Caramel Pluto' growing in a 10 in (25 cm) plastic nursery pot.
- No decorative pot is included.
Size and details
| Plant | Philodendron 'Caramel Pluto' |
|---|---|
| Container | Plastic nursery pot (no decorative pot) |
| Pot size | 10 in (25 cm) nursery pot |
| Leaves | New leaves caramel to coppery brown, turning green as they mature. Older leaves deeply lobed with wavy edges |
| Leaf stalks | Long, reddish-brown |
| Light | Bright, indirect light |
| Pets | Toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA) |
| Pick up | 3742 West 10th Avenue, Kitsilano. Any time we're open, even right after you order |
About this plant
This is Philodendron 'Caramel Pluto'. Its new leaves open a caramel, coppery brown, and each one comes rolled up inside a pink sheath that runs along the leaf stalk. The older leaves are green, long, and cut into deep lobes with wavy edges. The leaf stalks are long and reddish-brown. It grows in a 10 in (25 cm) plastic nursery pot.
The caramel colour doesn't stay. As each new leaf firms up, it slowly turns green like the older ones, so you may see caramel and green leaves on the plant together.
'Caramel Pluto' is a cultivated philodendron, grown in nurseries rather than found in the wild.
The care is the same as for most tropical houseplants. Give it bright, indirect light, and let the top quarter of the soil dry before you water. When a new leaf is coming, leave it to unroll on its own.
If you have a cat or a dog, please read the pet note below. Philodendrons are toxic to them if chewed.
Not sure which spot it should go in? Ask us at the counter.
Care in a Vancouver home
Light
Bright, indirect light is best. An east window works well, or a few feet back from a south or west one. A north window is usually too dim in a Vancouver winter. In a dim corner it grows slowly and the stems stretch toward the glass. In December Vancouver gets only about eight hours of daylight, and a lot of it is grey. So in winter, move it as close to your brightest window as you can, with the leaves off the cold glass.
Water
Darrell's rule for most indoor tropical plants: “So I find 90% of tropicals, they all want to be dry the top quarter of their pot size between their watering.” Push a finger into the soil. If the top quarter feels dry and it is still a little moist deeper down, water now. If it feels damp right from the top, wait. Water at the sink, or slowly in place, and let it drain. If it sits in a cover pot or a saucer, tip out any water left in the bottom. Soil that stays soggy can rot the roots. From November to February it will need water less often.
New leaves
A new leaf comes up rolled inside a pink sheath and unrolls slowly. Leave it to open on its own. Don't pull at the sheath or try to open the leaf by hand, because a soft new leaf tears easily. As the leaf matures, the caramel colour turns green. That is normal for this plant.
Temperature
A normal warm room is fine. Keep it out of cold drafts, like a door that opens to the outside, and off cold window glass at night. Keep it away from heater vents too.
Dry air and pests
Normal home air is fine. In winter, heating makes the air dry, and that is when spider mites like to show up. Look for fine webbing and tiny pale specks on the leaves. Also check where the leaves meet the stem for mealybugs, which look like small bits of white cotton. If you see either, show us a photo at the counter.
Feeding
Spring and summer only. Weak houseplant food about once a month is plenty. Nothing from November to February.
Older leaves
Now and then an old leaf near the bottom turns yellow and dries off. That is normal. Once it comes away easily, remove it. Many yellow leaves at once, on soil that stays wet, is different. That usually means too much water.
Repotting
Not often. When roots come out the bottom, go up one pot size and no more. When Darrell repots tropical plants, he keeps to one size up: “Nothing too big right away. Just to get a good one size up.” For the mix, he uses an indoor tropical mix with some orchid bark mixed in, so it drains well.
Pets and kids
Please keep this one away from pets that chew. The ASPCA lists philodendrons (Philodendron spp.) as toxic to cats and dogs. The plant contains insoluble calcium oxalates, and chewing it can cause irritation, pain and swelling of the mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. If your pet has chewed it, call your vet right away.
A plant on the floor or a table is easy for a dog to reach, and cats can jump onto most tables and shelves. A room your pet doesn't go into is the spot we suggest. Pick up any fallen leaves too. If you'd rather not take the chance, ask us at the counter about plants the ASPCA lists as non-toxic.
Not sure it suits your spot?
Send a photo of the corner you have in mind. Darrell, who has grown plants for more than 25 years, will tell you honestly if this plant will be happy there.
Goes well with
Philodendron tortumAnother philodendron at our shop, with long, narrow, finger-like leaves next to the Caramel Pluto's deep lobes. It likes the same bright, indirect light.
Philodendron 'Malay Gold'Long lime-to-gold leaves, in a handmade ceramic pot from Vietnam with its saucer. It likes the same bright, indirect light.
Braided money treeTakes the same bright, indirect light, so they can share a window. Check each pot's soil on its own before you water.
Questions people ask
How do I care for a Philodendron Caramel Pluto?
Bright, indirect light, and water when the top quarter of the soil has dried. Water at the sink, let it drain, and don't leave it sitting in water. Keep it away from cold drafts and heater vents, and water less from November to February.
Why are the new leaves brown, and will they stay that colour?
That caramel, coppery brown is how new leaves on this plant open. They don't stay that colour. As each leaf firms up it slowly turns green, so you usually see both colours on the plant at once. Let each new leaf unroll from its pink sheath on its own.
How often should I water a Philodendron Caramel Pluto?
Go by the soil, not the calendar. Let the top quarter of the soil dry, then water and let it drain. Don't leave it sitting in water. In a Vancouver winter that is less often than in summer, because the soil dries more slowly.
Is Philodendron Caramel Pluto toxic to cats and dogs?
Yes. The ASPCA lists philodendrons (Philodendron spp.) as toxic to cats and dogs. Chewing it can cause mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting and difficulty swallowing. Keep it out of reach, and call your vet right away if your pet has chewed it.
Is this the same as Philodendron 'Caramel Marble'?
No. 'Caramel Marble' is a variegated plant, with patches of lighter colour on its leaves. This one has no variegation. The new leaves open caramel and the older leaves are plain green.
How big does Philodendron Caramel Pluto get?
This one comes in a 10 in (25 cm) nursery pot. How big it gets over time depends on light and care. New leaves usually open caramel and turn green as they mature.
Does it come in a decorative pot?
No, it comes in its 10 in plastic nursery pot. You can set it inside a cover pot as it is, or move it into a pot one size bigger when the roots come out the bottom.
Do you deliver this plant?
Yes, to Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby. Add it to your cart (shop.dhgardencentre.com/cart) and choose delivery at checkout: $35 plus GST and PST, or free when the order is $98 or more. Pickup at our Kitsilano store is always free. After you pay, we email you to confirm the delivery day.
What if my plant doesn't do well?
Bring it back within 30 days and we'll exchange it or give you a refund.
Where can I buy a Philodendron Caramel Pluto in Vancouver?
At DH Garden Centre, 3742 West 10th Avenue in Kitsilano. We're open 11:00 am to 6:30 pm, seven days a week, and you can pick this one up in store any time we're open, even right after you order online.
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3742 West 10th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6R 2G4
Open 7 days, 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM