Philodendron domesticum
| Philodendron domesticum | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| Order: | Alismatales |
| Family: | Araceae |
| Subfamily: | Aroideae |
| Tribe: | Philodendreae |
| Genus: | Philodendron |
| Species: | P. domesticum |
| Binomial name | |
| Philodendron domesticum | |
Philodendron domesticum, also called spadeleaf philodendron or burgundy philodendron, is a member of the genus Philodendron. Its arrow-shaped glossy leaves grow to be 22 inches (56 cm) long and 9 inches (23 cm) wide when mature. Burgundy philodendron gets its name from the color of its stems and new growth.
P. domesticum is also commonly grown as a houseplant, and has been shown to remove harmful chemicals from the air.
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