• slide
  • slide
  • slide
  • slide
  • slide
  • slide
  • slide
  • slide

Heart-leaf Philodendron

Botanical Name
Philodendron hederaceum
Hardiness
Zones 11 to 12
Height
Depends on supporting structure
Width
Depends on supporting structure
Light
Indirect or filtered light to low
Soil
Moist, well-drained
Planting & Care
  • Philodendron is a tough plant that is usually killed with kindness and prefers a little benign neglect
  • Allow soil to dry between waterings
  • Never let plants stand in water
  • Fertilize with a diluted houseplant fertilizer
  • Repot any time of year
  • Propagate by cuttings or air layering
Problems
Brown tips can be caused by too much fertilizer or overwatering. Aphids, mealybugs, scale and spider mites are occassional problems. Keep philodendrons away from pets or children as this plant can be toxic if eaten.
Varieties
  • Variegatum - grey, green and cream streaked foliage
  • Aureum - chartreuse foliage
  • Neon - bright chartreuse leaves
  • Brasil - narrow, creamy green stripe down middle of leaves

Related Content

Upcoming Live Events
& Webinars


May 10, 2025
Ask the Plant Doctor Q&A
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

May 11, 2025
Ask the Plant Doctor Q&A
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

May 15, 2025
FREE WEBINAR:
7 Steps to Managing Water on Your Property

Register here

May 17, 2025
Ask the Plant Doctor Q&A
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

May 18, 2025
Ask the Plant Doctor Q&A
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

June 4, 2025
FREE WEBINAR:
Attracting Hummingbirds

Register here

June 8, 2025
Selecting the Right Hydrangea
for Your Landscape

Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

June 14, 2025
Houseplants 101
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI

June 20, 2025 (event 6/20-6/22)
Pollinator Celebration
Vino in the Valley
Maiden Rock, WI
Register here

WATCH ON-DEMAND WEBINARS

Learn More

Book an Appearance

Learn More

Enter to Win

The Birds & Blooms' Ultimate Gardening Guide  

ENTER NOW