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philodendron 69686 variegated Philodendron 'Bette Waterbury' ('69686') – Foliage FactoryPhilodendron Bette Waterbury 69686 Philodendron Bette Waterbury, still widely known in cultivation as Philodendron 69686, develops deeply three lobed leaves with a long, narrow central lobe and slim side lobes spreading from the upper part of the blade. This cultivated hybrid has unknown original provenance and was formally published under the cultivar name Philodendron Bette Waterbury; 69686 remains widely used as its collection and trade reference.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ 69686
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’, still widely known in cultivation as Philodendron 69686, develops deeply three-lobed leaves with a long, narrow central lobe and slim side lobes spreading from the upper part of the blade.
This cultivated hybrid has unknown original provenance and was formally published under the cultivar name Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’; 69686 remains widely used as its collection and trade reference. Mature growth carries short internodes, long cataphylls, dark green petioles and semi-glossy divided blades. As the stem climbs, the leaves can gain size and show the narrow-lobed shape more clearly.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ leaf shape and growth habit
- Leaf shape: Deeply three-lobed blades with a long central lobe and narrow, spreading lateral lobes.
- Growth habit: Scandent vine with short internodes and aerial roots along the climbing stem.
- Name note: Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ is the cultivar name; 69686 is the collection and trade reference.
- Leaf texture: Mature blades are dark green, semi-glossy and firm-textured.
How Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ leaves mature
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ was found in the Roberto Burle Marx collection and introduced into cultivation in the United States by Bette Waterbury.
A settled specimen can produce longer petioles, thicker stems and better-defined lobes than a juvenile plant. The narrow central lobe becomes the dominant part of the blade, while the side lobes sit at a wide angle near the base.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ support and climbing care
- Support: Add a moss pole, plank, or textured stake early so aerial roots can attach as the stem lengthens.
- Light: Give bright filtered light. Direct sun can mark the leaf surface, while very dim placement slows leaf size development.
- Watering: Water when roughly the upper 25–35% of the pot has dried. The roots need moisture with air around them, not a constantly wet pot.
- Substrate: Use a chunky aroid mix with bark, perlite, coco chips, pumice, or similar mineral pieces so roots can breathe between waterings.
- Humidity: Moderate to higher humidity helps new lobed leaves unfurl cleanly during active growth.
- Temperature: Keep it warm, ideally around 18–28°C, and protect it from cold draughts and chilled windows.
- Repotting: Move it up one pot size when roots fill the container or the plant dries too quickly after watering.
- Fertilizing: Feed lightly during active growth with a balanced houseplant fertilizer, avoiding heavy doses on dry roots.
- Propagation: Propagate from stem cuttings with at least one node; aerial-root sections usually establish fastest.
- Pruning: Trim long or uneven stems above a node if you need to control height or encourage a cleaner climbing shape.
- Semi-hydroponics: Suitable for mineral or semi-hydro setups if the cutting or rooted plant is transitioned gradually and the crown stays above the reservoir line.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ leaf and root problems
- Small new leaves: Usually linked to weak light, no climbing surface, or an underfed root system. Improve light and give the aerial roots something to attach to.
- Yellow lower leaves: Check the root zone first. A dense or wet mix can hold too much water around the lower stem.
- Damaged new growth: If leaves tear while opening, raise humidity slightly and keep the support lightly moist during active root attachment without keeping the pot constantly wet.
- Stem lean: A larger plant can become top-heavy. Secure the stem loosely before it pulls away from its support.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ contains irritating calcium oxalate crystals and should be kept away from pets. Wear gloves when cutting stems if your skin reacts easily to aroid sap.
Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ etymology and cultivar history
The genus name Philodendron comes from Greek roots meaning “tree-loving”. Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ was formally published as a cultivar name by T.B. Croat in Aroideana in 2022, honouring Bette Waterbury, the first President of the International Aroid Society.
Order Philodendron ‘Bette Waterbury’ 69686 online for a climbing Philodendron with deeply lobed mature leaves.
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Stands Up to Strong Chewers Without Splintering
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The shape and size are also well suited for bigger mouths, and the way it’s angled makes it easy for a strong chewer to get a grip and work away at the surface. Cleaning is simple, and over weeks of use we’ve seen only normal wear rather than shredding or chunks missing. As someone who’s tried multiple toys claiming “for aggressive chewers,” this one genuinely lives up to its reputation in my experience.
While no chew toy lasts forever with a powerhouse chewer, this one’s longevity feels above average without resorting to metal or stone alternatives that can be too hard on teeth. For everyday chewing and play, it strikes a solid balance of durability and engagement.
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★★★★★ 5
Our dogs love them and they hold up well.
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The dogs love them and are very durable! I recommended to a friend who has a strong chewer and his dog loves them too. They like all varieties but particularly the fish flavored ones. Any kind of chew toy made out of any cloth even cordura is ripped up in minutes but they chew on these for hours.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Dog LOVES this bone & great value.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Doesn't really taste like bacon. I know becaused I chewed it. Great as a slower eating thingy.
Style: Dental Chew, Flavor Name: REAL Bacon, Size: Dental Medium
So my dog has this thing where she does not want to chew on anything that she is supposed to chew on unless it's a knuckle bone that she cannot be trusted with (because she bites off fragments of bone) or one of those flexible, edible nylabones for "gentle" chewers, which she will eat in a single sitting. If I want to get her to chew something that might actually withstand her for more than an hour, I have to pretend it's mine. It's a secret forbidden treat that I love very much and just "accidentally" left within her reach to steal and covet.
So it's pretty much standard practice at this point that, when I get her a new chew toy, I gotta carry it around for a while, pretending to chew on it. I got this bone in the mail and did exactly that, but I noticed right off the bat that, for a bacon-flavored thing, it didn't smell like anything at all. It was just this plain sort of plastic scent. And that's how I ended up actually chewing on it instead of just miming it out because maybe the bacon flavor was under the initial layer? But no, it wasn't. It was just bacon-colored plastic. So if your dog is the type of chewer that will chew regardless of flavor, this should work out fine. If not, go for something else. My dog did not give a heck about this bone, even once the "this is actually mine but you cleverly stole it away" ritual was completed.
After that, I tried putting it in her bowl with her food, thinking maybe the flavor of the food would rub off enough that she'd want to chew it. She didn't, but what did happen is the reason I'm giving this a positive review at all. While it fails utterly as a chew, it makes a really great impromptu "stop eating so fast, you tornado shaped like a dog" mechanism. We've bought actual slower eating bowls for her and never had any success, because she just gives up and cries if she can't get her face into the crevices. But when we put this in her regular round bowl and pour her wet food around it, she's able to nose the benebone around in the bowl as she eats her food, but it does slow her down considerably. She's way less farty and whiny after food time, which anyone who has experienced how specifically racid dog farts can be will know is a blessing. So, thanks, Benebone. For us, your product is worthless as a chew, but invaluable as a makeshift slower eating thingy.
Edit: Benebone got in contact with me about my review and offered to refund my purchase and send me some different products to try. I declined the refund, because I do find the bone I bought useful for the above-described purpose of slowing my dog down when she eats. But I did accept the samples. She's still pretty unimpressed with them, and I will probably end up passing them along to other dog-havers I know, but I myself am pretty impressed with Benebone's customer service and so have changed my review from 3 stars to 4.
It was "suggested" that I mention that other dogs will probably be more satisfied with Benebone's flavors if they are not as picky as my dog is, and that sampling a Benebone yourself is maybe not the most reliable way to test its tastiness, when dogs have much more sensitive noses/tongues than humans. Which is certainly true! But I don't think my dog is a complete alien for wanting something with slightly more discernible flavor and scent. And I do think some of the advertising for Benebone implies more of that than you actually get in the finished product. So I'm gonna have to double down on my previous assessment that, if your dog likes to chew for the sake of chewing, Benebone will probably really appeal to them. But if they're a more food-motivated chewer, you're better off with fully-edible chews like rawhide or bully sticks.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2018
★★★★★ 5
My Dog’s Favorite – Durable & Keeps Them Busy
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If you have a dog that goes through toys quickly, this is definitely worth trying.
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