Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Also known as How To Grow · Klätterkalla · Parlor Ivy
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Heart-leaf philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) is a popular houseplant known for its heart-shaped, glossy green leaves and trailing habit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate lower light conditions.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings.
Well-draining potting mix.
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts.
Indoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed during the growing season with diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to encourage bushier growth. Remove leggy stems by cutting back to a leaf node. Pruning can be done at any time, but is best done in spring or early summer.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings with at least two nodes. Remove lower leaves and place the cut end in water or moist potting mix. Roots will form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
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Where Heart-Leaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Philodendron |
| Species | Philodendron hederaceum |
Similar in genus Philodendron
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