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4.8 out of 5 (547 experiences)


About Heartleaf Philodendron
One of the most common houseplants, the heartleaf Philodendron, gets its name from the Greek words meaning tree-loving. These vining plants can be found climbing trees all across their native range of South America and the Caribbean and in the homes of plant lovers worldwide. 🌳
Philodendrons grow aerial roots that grip the bark of trees, allowing them to grow over 20 feet tall! Their heart-shaped leaves change shape as they climb and can grow larger than a dinner plate. Fossils show Philodendrons growing as far back as 30 million years ago when South America was still connected to Antarctica! ❄️
Taxonomy
Philodendron hederaceum
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Heartleaf Philodendron
How often to water your Heartleaf Philodendron

every 9
Heartleaf Philodendron needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Heartleaf Philodendron in your home

a window
Heartleaf Philodendron may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Heartleaf Philodendron in your home 🏡.
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.
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I think she is telling me to prune and prop! I’m long enough mom! 😂
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R.T. Lin is thriving in a new (bigger) pot. It will take some time for him to take “form”, but the old pot couldn’t hold him anymore! (His roots started to peek through the drainage holes) #Philodendron #HeartleafPhilodendron #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #NewPotWhosThis #ADHDPLANTLOVERS #PlantCorner
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The only constant is change, huh? Check out "Keewe" my #Philodendron #Hederaceum #Heartleaf deciding that he wants a change. 😍 I don't even have a #Brasil growing in the same room, so IDontKnow what made him envious and adventurous, LOL. ** that's him growing at the top of my bathroom. #plantsmakepeoplehappy #igrowplants #greggers #planttherapy #greggang #plantmafia #plantmom #plantmomlife #SweetheartPhilodendron
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My plant is dien how can I save it #Philodendron
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Is this mold? If so, will it hurt the plant? I was going to water her, and noticed this white stuff at some of her stems. Is this cause for concern? I noticed Yancey suddenly stopped growing leaves as quickly (she used to grow multiple almost daily, now it’s been weeks since her last one,) and i think a few leaves are turning a little yellow? If this is mold, and it is causing these issues, what is the best way to handle the situation? Has anyone else here experienced this? #moldysoil #RootRot #PlantAddict #ADHDPLANTLOVERS #plantdad
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Is this plant healthy #Philodendron
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When you're having a bad year and your Philo decides to show off a new leaf 🥹❤ #newleaf
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Moss pole or no? Hi yall! I just had a quick question about my #Philodendron it’s growing super fast and I was curious about getting it a moss pole but wasn’t sure if it would really climb. It’s a heart leaf philodendron that I think would look so pretty on a pole. I’ll attach an image of it below :) If not would it work for my monstera cobra?
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On sale from HD, was rootbound and yellow leaves. After repotting it still looks sad. This is my first Philodendron. #Philodendron
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I missed #FreshLeafFriday, but i just had to share Yancey’s TEN NEW LEAVES coming in!!!! (more photos in the comments 🪴) I’m so proud 🥹💚😂 it’s so fun watching her grow—every time a new leaf comes in, another one starts growing right after! Definitely my happiest plant lol!🌱✨ #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #Philodendron #HeartleafPhilodendron #NewGrowth #PlantTherapy
Care Summary for Heartleaf Philodendron
Heartleaf Philodendron
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say












I started out with three cuttings of one leaf each mid august 2021 and I now have 20+ leaves. This plant has thrived with ~65% humidity, grow lights, and an inch of spagnum moss on top of the soil. Overall a very easy plant to care for and quick to propagate




