Philodendron hederaceum

Philodendron hederaceum (Jacq.) Schott · Araceae

Toxic to pets

Heartleaf PhilodendronCordatumSweetheart PlantVilevineheart-leaf philodendron

Care

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

Size & habit

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

Pet toxicity

Catstoxic
Dogstoxic
Horsestoxic
Source ASPCA, matched at species level
Clinical signsOral irritation, pain and swelling of mouth, tongue and lips, excessive drooling, vomiting (not horses), difficulty swallowing

Common problems

Root rotMealybugsAphids

Propagation

Stem cuttingWater propagation