Philodendron warscewiczii

Family: Araceae

What it is like

A climbing shrub. The stem is stout and 7-10 cm across. The leaf stalk is 60-80 cm long and 2 cm thick. The leaves are triangle or sword shaped and divided.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It can be in dry or wet forest. It grows on rocks. It grows up to 1,900 m above sea level. It is best in a moist, well-drained, humus rich soil.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, Panama

How it is used for food

The fruit are sweet, juicy and edible.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds. Seeds germinate best as 20°C. They can also be grown by air-layering, and stem tip cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Cupapayo, Guacamaya, Mano de leon

Synonyms

Anthurium warszewiczii K. Koch;