Philodendron mamei
Philodendron mamei is an attractive and relatively rare Philodendron species, prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves and unique texture. The leaves are dark green with distinctive silver mottling running along the veins, giving each leaf an almost painted appearance. This plant belongs to the large Araceae family and is native to the tropical regions of South America.
Origin: Philodendron mamei occurs naturally in the rainforests of South America, where it usually grows as an epiphytic or ground plant in the undergrowth.
Growth: This Philodendron shows moderate growth, forming large leaves that can reach impressive widths and lengths, often around 45 cm or more. The plant also develops a robust aerial root system, typical of epiphytic species.
Flowers: Like other members of the Araceae family, Philodendron mamei can produce an inflorescence consisting of a spadix surrounded by a spathe. However, flowering is fairly rare in indoor cultivation and is not usually the main attraction of this plant.
Light: Prefers bright indirect light, but can tolerate moderate light levels. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn delicate leaves.
Watering: Requires regular watering to keep the substrate evenly moist, but not soggy. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot. Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Substrate: A well-draining mix is important. Use a mixture of houseplant potting soil enriched with perlite, vermiculite or pine bark to improve drainage and aeration around the roots.
Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures and high humidity, similar to its natural rainforest habitat. Protect from cold draughts and temperatures below 15°C.
Toxicity: Toxic plant.
DELIVERIES / RETURNS
Territories and periods served:
We deliver all year and anywhere in Canada.
Carriers:
We pride ourselves on the quality of our products and place particular importance on the delivery methods used and the speed of service. That's why we only work with reputable transport companies that offer affordable rates and allow you to track your package in real time to its final destination. When the order leaves our greenhouses, the carrier takes over your order. We are not responsible for the risks involved in transport. Please contact the transport company directly.
You must be present when your package is delivered, as we require a signature upon delivery. It is your responsibility to send us an email prior to delivery to advise us of your absence. If you prefer delivery without a signature, please let us know when you place your order. However, you are solely responsible for any theft or damage due to bad weather.
Delivery price:
The prices are established according to the exact weight of the package, and not according to a pre-established charter. You can therefore be sure to pay the exact price of your order. We do business with several delivery companies, which allows us to offer you the best price and the fastest and most efficient carrier.
Preparation of orders:
An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent to you following the confirmation of your purchase. We ship everywhere in Canada only from Monday to Wednesday in order to avoid that our parcels stay at the post office on weekends. Local delivery is available from Monday to Saturday for the greater metropolitan area. You will receive your tracking number as soon as your order is processed and shipped, along with the expected delivery date. This number will allow you to know the status of your order in real time until its final destination. Please check your spam box if you do not receive a confirmation email. We do not give any delivery time due to the large quantity of orders to prepare.
Orders cancellation:
Do you want to cancel an order you have placed? We can only issue a refund if the order has not yet been prepared and/or shipped.
Combine your order with an existing one
We offer you the possibility to combine your purchases made on our online shop only if your order is not in preparation. Only orders to be shipped to the same address and name can be combined.
Winter Expedition
During the winter months, insulation packaging + heating package are included in the transport costs. In case of extreme cold, we reserve the right to suspend deliveries until suitable temperatures return.
Pickup in store:
In order to provide you with quality plants, we ask that you pick up your confirmed orders, ready for shop pick-up, within 4 days of your confirmation email.
Returns:
All our plants are final sales.
However, if you have received an order that is damaged, incorrect or has a phytosanitary problem, please contact us within 48 hours of receipt at info@serreslavoie.com. Please Include a photo of the product, its packaging and your order number. We will evaluate the situation and let you know afterwards if we proceed with the replacement of the product or a credit note.
Contact us:
In order to constantly improve our service, we invite you to write to us at info@serreslavoie.com to leave us your comments and suggestions about our delivery service and your experience in general.