Philodendron campii ‘Lynette’
 
Common Names Lynette Philodendron, Ribbed Birdsnest Philodendron
 
Zones 9B–11 (outdoors); Zone 8+ with protection; indoor year-round in colder zones
 
Philodendron campii ‘Lynette’ is a self-heading, rosette-forming cultivar with deeply ribbed, lance-shaped leaves that emerge in tight clusters. Its architectural foliage and compact habit make it ideal for interiorscapes and shaded tropical borders. Unlike vining philodendrons, ‘Lynette’ maintains a tidy, upright form and produces dramatic leaf texture reminiscent of corrugated metal.
 
Key Features
Growth Habit: Self-heading; rosette-forming; slow to moderate growth
Height: 2–3 ft. tall; 2–3 ft. wide
Trunk: Herbaceous; short internodes; basal swelling with age
Leaves: Lanceolate; dark green with deep ribbing; 8–16 in. long
Petiole: Thick, upright; green to reddish at base
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; white spathe and spadix
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Cultivar of Philodendron campii, native to French Guiana; selected for leaf texture and compact form2
 
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates medium light indoors
Watering: Allow top 1–2 inches of soil to dry; water thoroughly when dry
Soil: Well-draining mix with peat, perlite, and compost; slightly acidic (pH 5.5–6.5)
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect below 50°F (10°C)
Humidity: Moderate to high (60–90%); misting or humidifier recommended indoors
Propagation: Division or stem cuttings with node
Tolerance: Cold-sensitive; moderate pest resistance
 
Landscape Use Perfect for interiorscapes, tropical patio containers, and shaded garden beds. Pairs well with Philodendron ‘Rojo Congo’, Calathea orbifolia, and Anthurium ‘Clarinervium’ for bold foliage contrast.