Heart Leaf Philodendron 'hederaceum'

Heart Leaf Philodendron 'hederaceum'

Heart Leaf Philodendron 'hederaceum'

Heart Leaf Philodendron 'hederaceum', often called Philodendron Cordatum, are easy to care for and beautifully vining or climbing plants. 

Popular Varieties include: Cordatum, Brasil, Neon, Micans 


Light: 

  • Requires bright to moderate, indirect light 
  • No harsh direct sun

Water: 

  • Allow top 1-2 inches of soil to dry in between waterings 
  • Can tolerate the forgetful waterer
  • Water every 10-14 days depending on humidity and temperature 
  • Yellowing leaves indicates over-watering or lack of light

Humidity: 

  • Humidity is beneficial - mist daily for best results

Soil Type: 

  • A well aerated soil is best - indoor mix with perlite and bark will do
  • Must be well draining 

Toxicity Level: 

  • Toxic to animals and people 
  • Avoid getting plant sap on skin as it may cause irritation

Additional Information:

  • If you notice longer vines between leaves, it is stretching for light - move closer to a light source
  • Can tolerate being rootbound for a time; only needs to be repotted every couple years
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West-facing light

In the window getting direct sun: Majesty Palm, Philodendron Selloum, Philodendron Xanadu, Euphorbia, Coconut Palm, Cordyline, Yucca, Sago Palm

In bright filtered or indirect light away from direct sun: Philodendron, Palms, Monstera, Alocasia, Ficus, Hoya, Peperomia, Pothos.

South-facing light

In the window getting bright direct sun: Majesty Palm, Euphorbia, Cordyline, Philodendron, Ficus, Alocasia,

In bright filtered or indirect light away from direct sun: Palms, Monstera, Hoya, Peperomia, Pothos, Calathea, Ferns, Snake Plants

East-facing light

In the window getting unobstructed bright direct morning sun: (Some) Philodendron Cordatum, Ficus Midnight, Pothos, Kentia Palm, Peperomia, Calathea, Ferns, Dracaena, Bella Palm, Pothos,

In filtered or indirect light away from the window: Golden Pothos, Jade Pothos, Pothos Silver Splash, Snake Plants, Dracaena Lisa, zz plants

East-facing light is low to moderate light for plants. We highly recommend supplementing with grow lights for any plants you place away from your East-facing window.

North-facing Light

In the window getting unobstructed light: Philodendron Cordatum, Pothos, Peperomia, Calathea, Ferns, Dracaena, Bella Palm, Pothos

Away from the window: Snake Plants, Dracaena Lisa, zz plants

North-facing light is the lowest light possible for plants. In low light plants need less water and can be difficult to care for. We highly recommend supplementing with grow lights for any plants you place away from your North-facing window.