Philodendron Brasil Care Guide

Common Name: Heartleaf Philodendron

Family: Araceae

Genus: Philodendron

Botanical name: Philodendron hederaceum

Difficulty: Low-maintenance

Light

Your heartleaf philodendron will be happiest in medium indirect light but will be just peachy in low indirect light. If you’ve got a spot in your house that gets bright shade, it will be the perfect place for this leafy friend!

Water

Water your heartleaf philodendron once the topsoil is mostly dry, and adjust frequency if light exposure changes. Decrease frequency in the winter time when your plant will be dormant.

Climate

Humidity will help your philodendron grow and produce larger leaves, and there are plenty of ways to increase it! They like temperatures above 60°F, preferably in between 65°-75°F.

Soil

Moist soils with a high organic matter content are the way to go for your heartleaf philodendron. You can fertilize them monthly in the spring and summer to encourage growth.

Pests and diseases

Your plant can attract aphids, mealybugs, scale and spider mites.

Tips

· Mist the leaves twice a day in drier environments.

· Prune and check for root rot when you repot your plant.

· They’re the easiest to propagate in water.

Signs your heartleaf is upset

· Yellow leaves: too much water

· Wilting: not enough water

· Black stems: root rot (over watered)

· Brown leaves: needs water

Fun Facts

· There are around 489 species of philodendron!

· It’s originally from the Caribbean.

· This particular type of philodendron does not bloom.

Hardiness Zones

Before you move your plant outside, be sure to check the hardiness zone to save yourself some grief and the loss of a beloved plant.

The hardiness zones for heartleaf philodendron are : 9-11

If you live in Tennessee, here’s a hardiness map to help you decide if your plant can survive outside!