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Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum)

Heartleaf Philodendron

Philodendron hederaceum (Jacq.) Schott · Araceae

Toxic to pets Also known as Cordatum, Sweetheart Plant, Vilevine

Pet safety

Toxic to pets. Toxic to cats. Toxic to dogs. Toxic to horses.

Clinical signs: Oral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing

Source: ASPCA (matched at species level).

Care

  • LightLow light – Bright indirect
  • WaterLet the top inch dry
  • HumidityAverage household
  • Temperature18°C – 27°C · 64°F – 81°F
  • DifficultyEasy
  • SoilAroid mix
  • FertilizingMonthly, growing season

Size & habit

  • Mature height (indoor) 20–60 cm
  • In the wild 600 cm
  • Habit ViningTrailingClimbing
  • Growth rateFast

Common problems

  • Root rot
  • Mealybugs
  • Aphids

Propagation

  • Stem cutting
  • Water propagation

Sources