Heart Leaf Philodendron

Description

It is an evergreen climber. It is often called heartleaf philodendron and is perhaps the most popular philodendron sold in commerce today.

Plant Specifications

Planting And Care

• Place in bright indirect light. Avoid full sun.
• Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in fall to late winter.
• Pinch trailing stems to promote bushier growth.
  

  Philodendron Scandens Oxycardium Care

  Philodendron hederaceum is native to Mexico, West Indies and Brazil. The Heartleaf Philodendron is an evergreen vine that thrives in partial shade at moderate temperatures. In tropical regions it can survive outside, however, in most place, it is used strictly as a houseplant. The soil surrounding the Philodendron scandens must be kept moist but not soggy.

  Sunlight	Bright filtered or indirect light
  Watering	Moderate
  Soil	Sandy soil that drains quickly. Use a soil-based potting mix.
  Temperature	Minimum 15 degrees C
  Fertilizer	Feed every month from during spring and summer especially when new leaves are growing.

  Philodendron Scandens Oxycardium Special Feature

  Foliage

  Philodendron Scandens Oxycardium Uses

  Ornamental Use:

  • The plant is used as an ornamental plant