Self Heading Philodendron

Self Heading Philodendron

Self Heading Philodendron

Popular varieties include: Prince of Orange, Moonlight, Mccolleys, Congo Rojo, Birkin, shop all Philodendron.


Light: 

  • Bright indirect light 
  • Avoid hot direct sun 
  • Grow much faster in humidity above 70%

Water: 

  • Water every 7-10 days, let soil dry about 2in down between waterings 
  • Does not like “wet feet” 
  • Yellowing or soft leaves indicate overwatering

Humidity

  • Appreciates humid conditions 
  • Mist plant or keep near a humidifier or wet pebble tray

Soil Type: 

  • Light, well draining aroid mix 
  • 30% potting soil, 20% peat moss or coco coir, 40% bark, 10% Perlite

Toxicity Level: 

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

Additional Information:

  • Wide glossy leaves tend to collect dust - wipe with a wet microfiber cloth or soft duster monthly

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 PalmEuphorbiaCordylinePhilodendron, Ficus, Alocasia,

In bright filtered or indirect light away from direct sun: PalmsMonsteraHoyaPeperomiaPothos, Calathea, Ferns, Snake Plants

East-facing light

In the window getting unobstructed bright direct morning sun: (Some) Philodendron CordatumFicus MidnightPothosKentia Palm, Peperomia, CalatheaFernsDracaena, Bella Palm, Pothos,

In filtered or indirect light away from the window: Golden Pothos, Jade Pothos, Pothos Silver SplashSnake 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 CordatumPothosPeperomiaCalatheaFernsDracaenaBella PalmPothos

Away from the window: Snake PlantsDracaena 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.