Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum
Large split-leaf tropical statement plant
Habit
Perennial shrub
Height
2–4 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Rich well-drained
Shade
Partial sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Brazil
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
18–32
Humidity (%)
60–85%
Potting media
Soil+Compost
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
20–30 kg
Flowering Time
Rare
Soil Ph level
5.5–6.5
Water Ph level
6.0–7.0
Soil EC
Medium
Yield Per Plant
Foliage
NPK ratio
20:20:20
life Span
30+ yrs
Health Benefits
Air purification
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Monthly
Fertilize every 3 weeksCommon Diseases and Remedies
root rot, leaf spot, anthracnose, powdery mildew, fungal blight, aphids, whiteflies and spider mites
yellowing or wilting leaves, soft or decaying roots, brown or black leaf spots, white powdery growth on foliage, premature leaf drop, sticky honeydew, sooty mold and fine webbing
ensure well-drained soil and avoid waterlogging, prune and destroy infected parts, improve air circulation and sunlight exposure, apply neem oil or insecticidal soap for pests, use sulfur spray or baking-soda solution for powdery mildew
fungicides with mefenoxam or metalaxyl for root rot, fungicides with myclobutanil or propiconazole for powdery mildew, copper-based fungicides for leaf spot and anthracnose, systemic insecticides and miticides such as imidacloprid or abamectin for pest control.