Light: A Split Leaf Philodendron needs medium to bright light. This plant can survive in lower light, but the leaves will not split and the plant becomes leggy. Keep a Split Leaf Philodendron out of the direct sun or the leaves will get burned.

Water: Water a Split Leaf Philodendron well and then allow the top 1/3 of the soil to dry out before watering again. Keep the plant a little on the dry side.

Temperature: A Split Leaf Philodendron likes to be warm and does not do well in temperatures below 50 degrees.

Fertilize: Feed a Split Leaf Philodendron every two or three weeks from April through November with a basic houseplant food.

Pests: The usual household pests do not bother a Split Leaf very often. If mealy bugs, spider mites, aphids, or scale appear, spray the Split Leaf Philodendron with the green solution.

Soil: A Split Leaf Philodendron does well in rich well draining soil with lots of peat moss. Unlike most indoor plants, a Split Leaf wants to be in a big pot. Large pots promote the growth of large leaves.

Pruning: Try to keep the large leaves of a Split Leaf Philodendron clean and dust free. Aggressively trim the plant to prevent it from growing out of control.

Propagation: Propagate a Split Leaf Philodendron from stem cuttings.

1. What do brown edges on the leaves of my Split Leaf Philodendron mean?
Brown edges on a Split Leaf usually mean that the plant needs more humidity; this is especially true during the winter when the heat is on. Put the Split Leaf on a tray of pebbles filled with water, use a humidifier near the plant, or group three or four plants together to increase the humidity.

2. The bottom leaves on my Split Leaf keep turning yellow and dying.
Give your Split Leaf Philodendron less water and move it to a brighter warmer location so the soil can dry out.

3. The new leaves on my Split Leaf are small and they never split or get those great cuts in them.
Your Split Leaf Philodendron is not getting enough light. Move the plant closer to a window.

4. What are those long brown stem-like things that are growing off of my Split Leaf Philodendron?
I think you are referring to the air roots. These air roots help support the very weak-stemmed Split Leaf Philodendron, but you can cut them off if you find them too unattractive.

5. How often should I repot my Split Leaf Philodendron?
A Split Leaf Philodendron likes to have plenty of room for its roots; larger pots encourage larger leaves. If you want your Split Leaf Philodendron to keep getting bigger, repot it annually; if you want to limit its size, stop repotting it.