Philodendron tortum 'Thai Dwarf'
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A compact form of Philodendron tortum, selected for its shorter internodes and tighter growth habit. It retains the distinctive finely divided foliage of the species but is far more manageable in size. First time release in Australia.
Care
- Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun.
- Water: Keep lightly moist. Allow the top layer to dry slightly between watering.
- Temperature: Prefers warm conditions, ideally 18–28°C.
- Humidity: Benefits from moderate to high humidity.
- Media: Free-draining aroid mix (bark, perlite, coir/peat blend).
- Feeding: Regular light feeding during active growth.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Deeply divided, narrow segments giving a skeletal appearance
- Growth Habit: More compact than standard tortum, less sprawling
- Size: Smaller overall plant with tighter internodes
- Stems: Often show reddish tones, especially under strong light
- Use: Ideal for collectors wanting the tortum look without the size
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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Size: 66mm Pot