Pedicellarum paiei Plant Care

Pedicellarum paiei M.Hotta

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Pothos paiei is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a climber endemic to the island of Borneo.

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Water

Every 7–10 days

Light

Bright indirect to low light

Temp

65–80°F

Humidity

50–70%

At a glance

How do you care for Pedicellarum paiei?

Water Pedicellarum paiei every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to low light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.

Where Is the Pedicellarum paiei Native To?

Native range3 countries

What Is the Pedicellarum paiei?

Pedicellarum paiei (Pedicellarum paiei) belongs to the Araceae family within the Pedicellarum genus. Pedicellarum paiei is native to the island of Borneo.

Pedicellarum paiei displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Pedicellarum paiei produces small, inconspicuous flowers surrounded by a modified leaf called a spathe.

Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Pedicellarum paiei?

Pedicellarum paiei requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.

Watering Frequency

Every 7–10 days

Let soil partially dry between waterings

What Light Does the Pedicellarum paiei Need?

Pedicellarum paiei thrives in bright indirect to low light. Avoid placing Pedicellarum paiei in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Light Requirement

Bright indirect to low light

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Pedicellarum paiei Prefer?

Pedicellarum paiei grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Pedicellarum paiei prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Temperature

65–80°F

Humidity

50–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Pedicellarum paiei?

Rich, well-draining potting mix with added perlite and peat moss. Good drainage is essential for Pedicellarum paiei to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Pedicellarum paiei?

Feed Pedicellarum paiei every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.

Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.

Fertilizing

Every 6 months

During the growing season

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How Do You Repot a Pedicellarum paiei?

Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

How Do You Propagate a Pedicellarum paiei?

Pedicellarum paiei can be propagated through division of rhizomes, offsets, or seeds.

Is the Pedicellarum paiei Toxic to Pets and Children?

Toxic (caution)

Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.

Mildly toxic to humans and pets if ingested

This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.

See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.

What Pests and Diseases Affect the Pedicellarum paiei?

Pedicellarum paiei is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.

What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Pedicellarum paiei Need?

Pedicellarum paiei grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Pedicellarum paiei is native to the island of Borneo. In cooler regions, grow Pedicellarum paiei as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 13b

Keep exploring plants

Pedicellarum paiei is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.

It belongs to the Pedicellarum genus — compare its care with other Pedicellarum species on PlantoScan.

Pedicellarum is part of the Araceae plant family — browse all Araceae genera and species.

Pedicellarum paiei copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Pedicellarum paiei M.Hotta, family Araceae (first published in Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 27: 61 (1976)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pedicellarum paiei is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
  • Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
  • Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.

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