How to prune philodendron panduriforme

Spring, at the start of the growing season. Cut individual leaf petioles at the base using clean, sterilized scissors. Stem cuts should be made just above a node. Wear gloves — sap contains calcium oxalates that irritate skin.

As needed; once a year or only when leggy growth appears. Philodendron panduriforme (fiddle-leaf philodendron) needs minimal pruning. Remove dead or yellowed leaves at the petiole base as they occur. If the plant becomes leggy, trim a stem just above a node to encourage branching. This climbing species is generally tidy and does not require regular cutting back.

Cut individual leaf petioles at the base using clean, sterilized scissors. Stem cuts should be made just above a node. Wear gloves — sap contains calcium oxalates that irritate skin.