Also known as Silver Sword
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Philodendron hastatum, the Silver Philodendron, is a popular houseplant known for its arrow-shaped, silvery-green leaves and vining habit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. Tolerates lower light but growth may slow.
Keep moist, but not soggy
50% intensity
Allow top 2-3 cm to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining potting mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Ideal range is 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Monthly during growing season
50% intensity
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer from spring to fall. None in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Toxic if ingested. Contains calcium oxalate crystals.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months to prevent root rot, ensuring the plant still receives adequate hydration to avoid wilting.
Prune to maintain desired shape, remove yellowing or damaged leaves, and encourage bushier growth. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning shears. Cut just above a leaf node.
Pruning is best done in spring or early summer to promote vigorous new growth.
Propagate Philodendron hastatum through stem cuttings. Take cuttings 10-15 cm long, ensuring each has at least two leaf nodes. Remove lower leaves and place the cut end in water or moist potting mix.
Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is 2-5 cm larger in diameter than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and standard potting soil.
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Where Silver Philodendron (Philodendron hastatum) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Philodendron |
| Species | Philodendron hastatum |
Similar in genus Philodendron
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