How to prune philodendron andreanum

Spring or early summer. Cut dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base with sterilised scissors. Trim overly long stems just above a node to encourage branching and maintain a tidy silhouette on a moss pole or trellis.

As needed — usually once or twice per year. Philodendron Andreanum (also sold as Philodendron melanochrysum in some trade) is a climbing aroid that needs minimal pruning. Remove yellowing or dead leaves cleanly at the petiole base. If the climbing stem grows too long, trim just above a node. Otherwise, leave healthy growth undisturbed to preserve large, velvety leaves.

Cut dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base with sterilised scissors. Trim overly long stems just above a node to encourage branching and maintain a tidy silhouette on a moss pole or trellis.