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philodendron hederaceum brasil wall Heartleafed PhilodendronHeartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) Hanging Basket Bring tropical elegance to your home with the Heartleaf Philodendron, botanical name Philodendron hederaceum (formerly P. cordatum). This versatile trailing houseplant thrives in hanging baskets, showcasing glossy, heart shaped leaves that cascade gracefullyideal for bright living rooms, offices, or low light corners. Plant Profile Botanical Name: Philodendron hederaceum Common Name:

Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) Hanging Basket

Bring tropical elegance to your home with the Heartleaf Philodendron, botanical name Philodendron hederaceum (formerly P. cordatum). This versatile trailing houseplant thrives in hanging baskets, showcasing glossy, heart-shaped leaves that cascade gracefully—ideal for bright living rooms, offices, or low-light corners.

Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Philodendron hederaceum
• Common Name: Heartleaf Philodendron, Cordatum
• Family: Araceae
• Native Range: Central America & Caribbean

Care Guide for Heartleaf Philodendron

• Light: Medium to bright indirect light; tolerates low light but avoids direct sun.
• Water: Water when top 50% of soil is dry; reduce frequency in winter to prevent root rot.
• Humidity: Prefers 50–70% humidity—mist foliage or use a humidifier in dry rooms.
• Temperature: 10–32 °C (50–90 °F); protect from cold drafts.
• Soil & Feeding: Use a well-draining, aerated potting mix; feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer at quarter strength every 2 weeks during spring and summer.
• Propagation: Easy from stem cuttings—root in water or directly in soil.
• Pests & Issues: Monitor for spider mites, mealybugs, and scale; wipe leaves with soapy water to deter pests.
• Toxicity: Contains calcium oxalates—keep out of reach of pets and children.

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