How to prune philodendron brandtianum (silver leaf)

Spring through summer during active growth. Snip yellowing or dead leaves off at the base of the petiole with sterilized scissors. To shorten or redirect a vine, cut just above a node — the plant will branch from that point.

As needed; typically a few times a year. Philodendron brandtianum is a low-maintenance climber that rarely needs pruning beyond removing dead or yellowing leaves. If vines become too long or leggy, trim stems back to just above a node to encourage branching. Light, occasional tidying is all this silver-leaf philodendron typically requires indoors.

Snip yellowing or dead leaves off at the base of the petiole with sterilized scissors. To shorten or redirect a vine, cut just above a node — the plant will branch from that point.