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dean mcdowell philodendron Philodendron Dean McDowellPhilodendron 'Dean McDowell' (gloriosum pastazanum) Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' is a large crawling Philodendron hybrid created from Philodendron gloriosum and Philodendron pastazanum. It grows from a creeping stem that travels across the substrate surface, producing broad heart shaped leaves with pale venation and a softly textured, quilted look as the plant matures. The crawling stem needs horizontal room to advance, with each node able to touch
Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' (gloriosum × pastazanum)
Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' is a large crawling Philodendron hybrid created from Philodendron gloriosum and Philodendron pastazanum. It grows from a creeping stem that travels across the substrate surface, producing broad heart-shaped leaves with pale venation and a softly textured, quilted look as the plant matures.
The crawling stem needs horizontal room to advance, with each node able to touch the substrate and root as it moves. A wide planter lets the leading stem extend across the mix, settle at the surface and root from successive nodes.
Broad veined leaves on a crawling stem
- Parentage: Philodendron gloriosum × Philodendron pastazanum.
- Growth habit: Creeping stem that travels across the substrate surface.
- Foliage: Broad cordate leaves with pale venation and a softly raised surface.
- Pot shape: Best matched with a wider container that allows the leading stem to keep moving.
- Maturity cue: Large leaves develop more reliably when new nodes root into the mix and emerging blades expand in steady humidity.
Wide-planter growth from gloriosum × pastazanum
Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' was created by John Banta in 1988 from Philodendron gloriosum × Philodendron pastazanum and named after his friend Dean McDowell. The parent species are South American Philodendron species from wet tropical regions: Philodendron gloriosum is native to Colombia, while Philodendron pastazanum is native from Ecuador to Peru.
The visible stem should sit on or just above the substrate, with nodes in contact with the mix. Burying the stem too deeply can trap moisture around the growth points, while leaving the leading stem unsupported at the pot edge can slow new root formation. A loose top layer of airy mix helps new roots enter the substrate as the plant expands.
Even moisture, airy mix and horizontal stem contact
- Light: Provide bright indirect light, around 10,000–20,000 lux, to support large leaves while protecting the soft surface from scorch.
- Watering: Water once the top 30–40% of the mix has dried; the creeping stem performs best with even moisture and good oxygen around the roots.
- Substrate: Use a chunky but moisture-retentive aroid mix with bark, coco fibre, perlite or pumice and a small humus fraction.
- Pot shape: Repot sideways into a wider planter when the leading stem reaches the pot edge.
- Humidity: Aim for 60% or higher where possible, especially while large new leaves expand.
- Temperature: Keep at 18–28°C and protect the root zone from cold floors and winter draughts.
- Feeding: Feed at low to moderate strength in active growth to keep new leaves well sized and evenly coloured.
- Repotting: Position the creeping stem on top of the mix with nodes touching the substrate, then secure it gently if needed.
Leaf tears, edge marks and smaller new leaves
- New leaf tears: Often linked to low humidity, handling or cramped growth; give the next leaf more space and stable moisture.
- Yellowing around the stem base: Check whether the creeping stem is buried too deeply or sitting in constantly wet mix.
- Brown leaf edges: Look for dry root pockets, low humidity or fertiliser buildup in the substrate.
- Small new leaves: Usually means the plant needs stronger indirect light, healthier roots or more horizontal room.
- Pale speckling: Inspect the broad leaf backs carefully for spider mites or thrips.
Pet and child safety
Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' is toxic if ingested. Like other Philodendron plants, it contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can irritate the mouth and throat. Keep cuttings, damaged leaves and pruning waste away from pets and small children.
John Banta, Dean McDowell and the parent species
Philodendron belongs to Araceae, and the genus name comes from Greek roots meaning “tree-loving”. Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' is a documented gloriosum × pastazanum hybrid named for Dean McDowell.
Choose Philodendron 'Dean McDowell' for a broad-leaved crawling Philodendron with pale venation, horizontal growth and a wide-planter habit.
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★★★★★ 5
It's Great, but Maybe a Little More on the Topic than Some Might be Ready For
Format: Paperback
Dr. William Mounce's new book, "Why I Trust the Bible: Answers to Real Questions and Doubts People Have About the Bible," is a bit different than his typical work. This book is not specific to learning biblical Greek. Instead, it's a series of arguments for the reliability of the Bible with a much broader audience in mind. Mounce addresses this historicity of Jesus, contradictions in the Bible, how we have the biblical canon, issues of textual criticism, aspect of translation, and how the Old Testament supports our trust in the Bible more than you might think.
"Why I Trust the Bible" is an accessible introduction to a selection of apologetic matters but goes deeper and beyond an introduction. For one seeking to explore these topics--for the first time or deeper study--Mounce does an outstanding job with each of these arguments. Each chapter (corresponding to a question) is well-argued and contains an excellent bibliography of references. Even without any theological knowledge, the book is easy to read, and it stands upon excellent theological study and solid academic work.
While I highly recommend "Why I Trust the Bible," I found the scope of the "questions" and "doubts" limited. As a pastor, there are many questions about the historical Jesus, contradictions, how we got the revelation of God, and issues of translations. Sure. But they often come as more of an attempt to reject the Bible. Mounce's answers are excellent but address the reality of the situation rather than the questioner's heart. It's not something I'd expect to find someone with doubts and totally new to the Bible would pick up this book. Therefore, this book is better suited for the person who handles the questions and doubts of others. It provides the foundation and information to the pastor, Sunday school, teacher, friend, or family member in doubt. "Why I Trust the Bible" is also a helpful book for the seminary student, budding apologists, and preachers of God's Word.
The chapters on textual criticism supply a fantastic framework (complete with charts and history). As we would expect from Bill Mounce, these chapters are a resource every pastor should have on his shelf, ready for when the tough challenges come.
I found the book good and helpful and I have a Doctorate of Ministry and more than a decade of pastoral ministry under my belt. My twelve-year-old son is reading the book and also finding it in formative and helpful (although he also thumbs through my commentaries). My point: there's a little for everyone.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
★★★★★ 5
An excellent, if brief introductory survey of the defense of the reliability of Scripture!
Format: Kindle
“How can you trust the Bible? Didn’t you know there are 400,000 disagreements between all the different copies of the New Testament alone, while there are only 110,000 words in it?”
“The Bible contradicts itself, so it can’t be the Word of God.”
“Church leaders picked and chose what went into the Bible, leaving out books and letters they didn’t agree with, so how can you trust what it teaches?”
“Even the different versions of the Bible disagree with one another, so how can it be reliable?”
“Jesus is more myth than historical figure, cobbled together from a bunch of ancient sources and religions. He’s made up, so can’t be a real savior.”
Skeptical claims like these, and plenty others, are leveled against the Bible ALL. THE. TIME. On social media, in popular media, and in documentaries purporting to give the straight dope about the history surrounding the Word of God. We should not be surprised. After all, the enemies of God hate Him, and hate His Word. However, many Christians lack the ability to refute these claims. Many of us merely shout “nuh uh,” all the while wondering if there really are answers to these claims.
There are answers to these claims, Christian. There is an entire field of study, namely apologetics, which provides a defense of the faith. “Why I Trust the Bible” is a one-stop-shop of introductions to several topics which comprise much of the field of apologetics these days:
- The Historical Jesus
- Contradictions in the Bible
- How We Got the Canon (list of books in the Bible)
- Textual Criticism (making sense of textual discrepancies or variants)
- How Translation Happens
- The Supposed Contradiction of the Old Testament
In “Why I Trust the Bible” Dr. Mounce, renowned Greek language scholar, explains why he trusts the Bible, and why you should too.
As a layperson who has done a lot of study in these areas, I found the this book a great introductory survey of these topics, with a great set of footnotes and bibliography for further reading. Most skeptics tossing out the objections covered are merely repeating talking points, and this book will be more than enough to equip you to answer them. “Why I Trust the Bible” is a great introduction to all of these subjects and can provide a great foundation for further study into any and all of them.
If you have studied any of these subjects in greater depth, you may find Mounce’s treatment of them entirely too brief, but for someone who is new to apologetics and specifically the reliability of the Bible, this book is an excellent choice!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
★★★★★ 4
Using this one for a special study in our church.
Format: Paperback
This is a very scholarly book, but the author seeks to simplify it a bit for the reader. This book is written to respond to Biblical skeptics and answers many of the challenges those folks have for skeptics. Very well researched and very well written.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2024
★★★★★ 5
A Pleasure To Read
Format: Kindle
Academic books are known to be dry and poorly written, with semantics used that inadvertently confuse the reader; not with this book. Mounce displays that not only does he really know his “stuff” as a scholar, but how to make the read enjoyable to the laity. I recall reading the notorious bible skeptic’s book, “Misquoting Jesus” by Bart Ehrman a number of years back and even though as a Christian who loves the Bible I couldn’t help but notice how well and enjoyable he made the book. Both Mounce and Ehrman are in the same field and understand as textual critics how to communicate to people in an manner to the lay person.
I sought out this book with the understanding of how we can trust the canon and got a lot more than I thought! While, I will admit, a lot of trusting that the 27 books of the New Testament (and the Old Testament) are what they are supposed to be is a matter of trusting God in his sovereignty. He laid great groundwork for why the early church believed them and what their criterion was to accept a book as “scripture”. He also brought some important distinctions int eh church’s infancy that there was a functional canon and exclusive canon; that being from scholar Michael Kruger that he referenced.
I found the section on translations very useful as it brought a balanced perspective on what it means not just translate but how to treat the text properly. One of his examples with a big criticism on the term “reading the Bible literally” when translated from one language (Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic) to another (English, etc.). We develop much of our words in translation not just by individuals words that can mean a lot of different things, but with its surrounding context.
I won’t spend too much time but there were a vast amount of other important topics, like the historical Jesus, Old Testament as well as the problem of evil and other things that where quite useful to, but for me and the importance of canon is why I sought on this book. Now I am still on the journey of studying more about why this canon but a lot more clearly has come and I trust the Lord in his sovereignty in that we have preserved God’s holy books.
This is a must read for any Christian apologist or just anyone who is looking to understand the Bible better.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Faithful to God's Word
Format: Paperback, Format: Paperback
I have been a fan of Bill Mounce since I was taught Koine Greek using Version 2 of his methodology.
He writes in an easy-to-read style that faithfully communicates truth and facts.
I was so impressed with his works that I have purchased several and have used many of his texts--even with the Greek classes that I have taught.
When this new book came out, i was extremely excited because I assumed the same simple yet profound emphasis would exude from this new work.
I was and am correct.
Mounce, in a very positive and supportive way, takes the topic that many make controversial concerning the veracity and trustworthiness of the 66 books we know as the Bible.
He has researched this project well and utilizes the collected wisdom of many modern-day scholars concerning various aspects of ancient texts and translations of the Bible.
He also acknowledges and addresses some of the so-called "wisdom" of a few of the modern-day non-adherants of the Bible. I was very impressed of his handling of these critics and critiques because, as he should, he dealt with them in a very straight-forward manner--affirming their intelligence but not their findings/propositions/conclusions.
I appreciate that--as a pastor, I can strongly recommend this work to adults and older teens in my congregation (all laymen) and that I can trust it as they read it. (In fact, I have already recommended it to some.)
I also appreciate that--as a college/seminary professor, there is sufficient solid material here that I can recommend this to my students and that I can know they are receiving the truth concerning God's Word,
In all honesty, there is probably not enough good that I can say as I recommend this great book.
Dr. James (Jim) Garrett
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Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2021