Split-leaf philodendron, swiss-cheese plant

Under ideal conditions, the stems of this plant may grow 5 m tall and spread 1.8 m. The bright green leaves are approximately 90 cm wide. On young plants, they are entire and heart-shaped. With age, they become deeply divided and perforated. The plant produces long aerial roots, which it uses to cling to trees. The flowers do not have any petals and are grouped in spikes surrounded by a modified leaf called a spathe. The fruit is a small purple berry with a pleasant pineapple aroma.