How to prune philodendron serpens (fuzzy petiole)

Spring, during active growth. Use sterilized scissors to cut individual spent leaves off at the petiole base close to the stem. If a stem must be shortened, cut just above a node and expect slow regrowth.

Rarely — only remove dead or damaged leaves as they appear. Philodendron serpens (Fuzzy Petiole) is a slow-growing collector climber and needs minimal pruning. Remove dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base as they appear. Its distinctive hairy petioles and large leaves are the main feature, so avoid removing healthy growth. Structural pruning is rarely if ever needed.

Use sterilized scissors to cut individual spent leaves off at the petiole base close to the stem. If a stem must be shortened, cut just above a node and expect slow regrowth.