Description
Botanical name – Philodendron cordatum
Common name – Heart Leaf Philodendron, Sweetheart Vine
Description – This tough indoor climbing plant has green heart shaped leaves and is perfect for hanging baskets or climbing up a trellis. Heart leaf philodendron is very low maintenance making it perfect for beginners. It is in the Top 10 of Air Purifying Plants from the NASA study, removing many toxins from your home including formaldehyde. The Philodendron family is a collectors’ delight with over 500 different species available in a range of coloured foliage varieties and different sizes for every location – start your collection today!
Location – Prefers bright to moderate indirect light. It can tolerate low light however it can make the leaves smaller and vines leggy.
Care – Water regularly after top third of potting mix has dried out. Reduce frequency of watering in winter. Feed with a liquid fertiliser monthly during spring, summer and autumn
Mature height – 3m H x 3m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
100mm – 10 cm
125mm – 20 cm
175mm – 30 cm
200mm – 40 cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
Great Indoors | |
Low Light Tolerant | |
Low Watering |
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Ideal for Pots | |
Climber | |
Air Purifying | |
3 m Wide | |
3 m High |