Plant Care Silver Sword Philodendron

Silver Sword Philodendron

About Silver Sword Philodendron

Philodendrons grow aerial roots that grip the bark of trees, allowing them to grow over 20 feet tall! Their 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 Hastatum 'Silver Sword'
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for Silver Sword Philodendron

💦 Water

How often to water your Silver Sword Philodendron

Water needs for Silver Sword Philodendron
0.5 cups
every 9

Silver Sword 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.

Calculate water needs of Silver Sword Philodendron

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Silver Sword Philodendron in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Silver Sword Philodendron: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Silver Sword 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 Silver Sword Philodendron in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Silver Sword Philodendron

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Silver Sword Philodendron: repot after 2X growth

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 Silver Sword Philodendron after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Silver Sword Philodendron is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Silver Sword Philodendron →

Benefits of Growing Silver Sword Philodendron →

Common Silver Sword Philodendron Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Silver Sword Philodendron →

Outdoor Care Guide for Silver Sword Philodendron →


💦 Water Needs

Silver Sword Philodendron prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Silver Sword Philodendron Water Frequency →

Silver Sword Philodendron Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Silver Sword 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 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Silver Sword Philodendron Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Silver Sword Philodendron is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Silver Sword Philodendron prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Silver Sword Philodendron Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Silver Sword Philodendron does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Silver Sword Philodendron →

Best Pots for Silver Sword Philodendron →

When and How to Successfully Repot Silver Sword Philodendron →

What Are Healthy Silver Sword Philodendron Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Silver Sword Philodendron should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Silver Sword Philodendron →


❄️ Dormancy

Silver Sword Philodendron does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!


🌎 Native Region

Silver Sword Philodendron is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Silver Sword Philodendron is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

Silver Sword Philodendron Lifecycle →

Silver Sword Philodendron Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Silver Sword Philodendron →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Silver Sword Philodendron, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Silver Sword Philodendron

Silver Sword Philodendron

Silver Sword Philodendron


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

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

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