Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Philodendron burle-marxii

It is versatile. While it can trail beautifully as a ground cover or in a hanging basket, providing a moss pole or trellis will encourage it to climb and produce larger, more mature leaves.

Partial sun indoors typically means bright, indirect light. Place it near an east-facing window or a few feet back from a south or west-facing window to avoid scorching the leaves with direct midday sun.

No, like many aroids, the Philodendron burle-marxii contains calcium oxalate crystals, which are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. It is best kept in a location inaccessible to curious pets.

Water when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. Because it prefers consistent humidity, ensure your pot has drainage holes to prevent water from pooling at the roots, which can lead to rot.

It will be comfortable in its one-gallon pot for a while, but as a fast-growing aroid, you may need to repot it into a slightly larger container once you see roots circling the bottom or growing out of the drainage holes.