Heartleaf philodendron
4.9 out of 5 (70 experiences)


Also known as
Philodendron scandens and Philodendron Brazil
Taxonomy
Philodendron hederaceum
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales
What other plant parents say







@Sofiaavello
Pembroke Pines, FL
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 …
@Misfityogim…
Fort Mill, SC
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…
@Gabyloveswa…
Denver, CO
My monstera has given me no problems so far which is interesting-my two pothos plants seem more problematic and high maintenance which I didn’t expect. Monstera leaves are growing quickly with so man…
@Alex
New York, NY
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…
I can't tell you how old the mother plant is, but I've had pieces of this for YEARS. I've never fertilized it and it hasn't had tons of light and that's why I think it's so small. But it's so petite …
I love this guy. He’s great for a plant parent’s ego, because he grows so fast- makes you feel like you’re doing a great job! 😂 He’s also super easy to propagate to fill in bare spots or start a whol…
@Martin
New York, NY
All this plant does is grow. Non-stop. Ingredients 1) Placed on an east-facing windowsill 2) Greg 3) Season = it doesn’t matter. It grows nonstop year round. If you want a plant that grows. Look …
I’m hoping to take cuttings of my Pothos and put it in the same pot as my philodendron but we will see how that goes 😭 if it works out it should be so pretty 🥺
@Jordankayle…
West Lafayette, IN
This plant gives 0 effs. Don’t water it? It grows. Water it? Grows. Look at it wrong? It’s not sensitive. This thing still grows
@Sydneyeash
Goshen, IN
Easily one of my favorite philodendrons:) grows new leaves at least once every two weeks and doesn’t require a ton of attention
How to care for Heartleaf philodendron
How often to water your Heartleaf philodendron

every 12
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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Water 0.5 cups every
12
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Finding light for Heartleaf philodendron in your home

a window
Heartleaf philodendron can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.
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How to fertilize Heartleaf philodendron

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Heartleaf philodendron after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Care Summary for Heartleaf philodendron
Heartleaf philodendron
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 12 days
< 6ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.