Heartleaf philodendron
Philodendron hederaceum · Philodendrons · Arum family
Also known as: Sweetheart Plant
Easy50–200cmNot pet-safe
Heartleaf philodendron care at a glance
Heartleaf philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 15–29 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Ideal temperature
- 15–29 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Heartleaf philodendron
Possible pests on Heartleaf philodendron include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot. Heartleaf philodendron is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Mealybugs Medium
- Aphids Low
- Scale insects Medium
Disease
- Root rot High
- Leaf spot Low
Toxicity
- Insoluble calcium oxalates Low
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Frequently asked questions about Heartleaf philodendron
- Which pests affect Heartleaf philodendron?
- Possible pests on Heartleaf philodendron include Spider mites, Mealybugs, Scale insects and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Heartleaf philodendron?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Leaf spot.
- Is Heartleaf philodendron toxic to cats and dogs?
- Heartleaf philodendron is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Heartleaf philodendron need?
- Heartleaf philodendron has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Heartleaf philodendron need?
- Heartleaf philodendron prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Heartleaf philodendron frost-hardy?
- Heartleaf philodendron is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 15 °C.