Heartleaf Philodendron
Philodendron hederaceum
A trailing or climbing vine characterized by heart-shaped, glossy green leaves and woody stems with prominent nodes.
- Light
- Bright indirect light, about 6 to 8 hours daily; avoid direct scorching sunlight.
- Water
- Water thoroughly when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil are dry. Drought tolerant to a degree, but susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
- Growth
- Perennial trailing or climbing vine, maturing indoors to lengths of 3 to 6 feet with a moderate growth rate.
Care instructions
Provide bright indirect light, water when the top two inches of soil feel dry, use a well-draining potting mix, and feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced houseplant fertilizer.
Growing details
Sunlight
Bright indirect light, about 6 to 8 hours daily; avoid direct scorching sunlight.
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil are dry. Drought tolerant to a degree, but susceptible to root rot if overwatered.
Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix with added perlite or bark for aeration; optimal pH range between 6.0 and 6.5.
Hardiness zone
USDA zones 10 through 11 when grown outdoors; primarily grown as an indoor houseplant in cooler regions.
Growth habit
Perennial trailing or climbing vine, maturing indoors to lengths of 3 to 6 feet with a moderate growth rate.
Bloom season
Non-flowering when grown indoors under typical residential conditions.
Propagation
Propagated easily through stem cuttings placed in water or directly into moist potting mix during spring or summer.
Common pests & issues
Susceptible to fungus gnats, mealybugs, and root rot caused by overly saturated soil conditions.
Similar species
Epipremnum aureum (Golden Pothos), which can be distinguished by its variegated leaves and rigid grooves on the stems.