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Heartleaf philodendron

4.8 out of 5 (435 experiences)

Fast grower

Survivor

Also known as

Philodendron scandens, Philodendron Brazil, Philodendron Silver Stripe and Brazilian Philodendron

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Philodendron hederaceum

Genus

Philodendron

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 299

Survivor 247

Easy to propagate 210

Large, lush leaves 192

Browns easily 36

Pet friendly 33

Blooms easily 24

Pest magnet 10

@Sofiaavello

Pembroke Pines, Florida

04/03/2021

Okay, so let me start by saying i know this is not a HeartLeaf Philo. I actually have no idea what plant this is, so if anyone knows that would be cool. This plant is my mother’s, and i’m caring for …

@Ukknight

09/11/2021

My philo is much bigger now. I grew her from one cutting that I divided into one node cuttings a few months ago and now she’s spilling over a 3” pot. The leaves on the cutting were very small, but no…

@Sassypinata

06/24/2021

This heart leaf grows way faster than a golden pothos. Leaves are a darker shade of green and it vines from the outset. Definitely will need a trellis for this young plant. My golden pothos isn’t qui…

@Misfityogim…

Fort Mill, South Carolina

02/15/2021

Who doesn’t love a Philodendron? One of my very first plants. One I’ve killed so many times when trying to properly care for plant. A true survivor but when properly taken care of will grow beautif…

@Kaleena

05/10/2021

This plant is honestly gorgeous and builds so much self-esteem for those of us with a brownish thumb. New leaves seem to pop up every day. They can be easily propagated and grow in just water. The da…

@Kaitlyn

Denver, Colorado

08/03/2021

I’ve taken advantage of this philos abilities to tolerate/survive (but not quite thrive) in low light conditions for a while by having this one in a pretty dark-ish room. I’ve recently moved it to a …

@Agatha

04/24/2021

Love this guy! He was so tiny when I got him, just a few tiny leaves. Now he’s trailing nicely and I plan to take cuttings to add to the pot to make him bushier. He doesn’t get much light (hangs clos…

@Alex

New York

03/13/2021

Philodendrons are in my top 3 favorite types of plant. They grow quickly even when not in great light situations, and don’t need to be watered too often. If you’re neglectful for a bit they’ll be oka…

@Karissa.hod…

Fortitude Valley, Queensland

05/31/2021

I’ve had this plant for about 3 months now and it is suuuuper easy to look after. I keep mine in my apartments hallway where most days it gets no natural light and I’ve had zero issues. Once a week I…

@Gibbya

McCalla, Alabama

06/23/2021

This baby is thriving and living her best life. Super happy with the growth and beautiful leaves. I water about once every two weeks, she’s directly in front of a window, but the window is shaded, an…

How to care for Heartleaf philodendron

Water

How often to water your Heartleaf philodendron

Heartleaf philodendron needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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