Overview

Philodendron bipinnatifidum Golden Xanadu ('Twyph0007'PBR) is a climbing conservatory greenhouse in the genus Philodendron, part of the Araceae family, with evergreen foliage. Philodendron bipinnatifidum Golden Xanadu ('Twyph0007'PBR) grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1A. Suggested uses include houseplants.

About

Philodendron bipinnatifidum, synonyms including Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum and Philodendron selloanum, is a plant in the genus Philodendron, in the family Araceae. The species is native to South America, namely to Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay, but is also cultivated as a landscape plant in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate climates.

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About the genus

Philodendron is a large genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae. As of September 2025, the Plants of the World Online accepted 625 species; other sources accept different numbers. Regardless of number of species, the genus is the second-largest member of the family Araceae, after genus Anthurium.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Philodendron

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, North-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1A

Plant details

Philodendron bipinnatifidum Golden Xanadu ('Twyph0007'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants

Habit

Climbing

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Philodendron bipinnatifidum Golden Xanadu ('Twyph0007'PBR)

Propagation

Propagate by stem-tip or leaf bud cuttings

Pest resistance

May be susceptible to mealybugs and scale insects

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions