Philodendron tortum
Philodendron tortum — deeply lobed, almost skeletal leaves with architectural energy that never goes out of style.
Some plants chase trends. Philodendron tortum sets them. If you were to pick five plants to live with for the next decade, this one earns its spot — no question.
Native to South American rainforests, the tortum grows as an elegant climber, producing increasingly dramatic foliage as it matures. Young leaves are simpler; give it a moss pole and watch it transform into something genuinely jaw-dropping. Rare, refined, and completely rewarding.
HK$298.00
CARE SPECCare guide
- Light
- Average-indoors · Sheltered outdoor · Indoor windowside
- Water
- Water thoroughly once the substrate is half dry
- Level
- Easy (for newbies)
- Size
- Medium table plant · Small table plant
- Medium
- Extra humus potting mix
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- Address
- 4/F 39 Yiu Wa Street, Causeway Bay
- Hours
- Daily 12:30 – 8:00pm
- Getting here
- Times Square · ~3 min walk · Causeway Bay MTR Exit A ~5 min
Description
Why this plant
Philodendron tortum — the fishbone Philodendron — is one of the most recognisable climbers in the genus: mature leaves split into slender, skeletal segments with a sculptural, almost fern-like silhouette. Juvenile leaves start simpler; with height and bright indirect light, divisions usually deepen.
The epithet tortum means “twisted” in Latin. In the wild it climbs as a hemiepiphyte in Amazon rainforest habitats from northern Brazil into Bolivia.
Where it works in Hong Kong flats
Aim for bright indirect light (roughly 10,000–20,000 lux): about 0.9–1.2 m from an east- or west-facing window, or a south window filtered with a sheer curtain. Harsh midday sun scorches thin leaf tips; too little light stretches internodes and keeps new leaves less divided.
Keep it off AC blasts and drafts. Give a moss pole or stable support so the plant can climb. Leaves contain calcium oxalate crystals and are toxic if ingested — keep away from children and pets.
Care signals before you buy
Quick checks: water when the top 2–3 cm of mix is dry; prefer ~50–70% humidity; use a chunky, airy aroid mix. Yellowing leaves and a soft stem often point to overwatering.
For the full Hong Kong care walkthrough and FAQ, read the Philodendron tortum care guide. The CARE SPEC table above summarises light, water, and difficulty on this page.
Buying & delivery
Each specimen varies in leaf division, size, and character — stock follows this product page and our Causeway Bay store. Order online for delivery, or visit to see plants in person / WhatsApp us.
Plantjai · 4/F, 39 Yiu Wa Street, Causeway Bay · Delivery windows follow the site shipping notes after payment confirmation.
- Dispatch: after order confirmation and payment, delivery is usually arranged within 3–7 business days (Mon–Fri, excluding public holidays). Pre-orders or split shipments may take longer—we will notify you in advance.
- Delivery window: Mon–Sat, typically 2:00–9:00 pm. Exact time is confirmed by WhatsApp or phone before dispatch.
- Standard delivery fees:
- All Hong Kong — HK$250 (flat rate)
- Orders over HK$1,800 — free shipping
- Stair surcharge: HK$35 per floor / 15 steps where stairs are unavoidable; double for plants over 1.4 m tall (pot included).
- Outlying islands, Discovery Bay, and restricted areas may be quoted separately. Large specimens—WhatsApp us first. Full policy: Shipping Policy.
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