Heartleaf Philodendron

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Heartleaf Philodendron

Here’s a complete care guide for Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum) 💚

🌿 Overview

Botanical Name: Philodendron hederaceum

Common Name: Heartleaf Philodendron, Sweetheart Plant

Family: Araceae

Type: Tropical evergreen vine

Origin: Central & South America

☀️ Light

Thrives in bright, indirect light.

Tolerates low light, making it great for indoor spaces.

Avoid direct sunlight — it can scorch the leaves.

💧 Watering

Water when the top 3–4 cm of soil feels dry.

Keep soil lightly moist, not soggy.

Reduce watering during winter.

Yellow leaves usually mean overwatering.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

Ideal temperature: 18–30°C.

Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below 15°C.

Prefers moderate to high humidity.

You can mist the leaves or place near a humidifier.

🌱 Soil

Use a well-draining, airy mix —a blend of peat moss, perlite, and coco coir works well.

Avoid compact or clayey soil.

🌸 Fertilizer

Feed once every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.

No need to fertilize in winter.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

Prune to control size and encourage bushy growth.

Pinch back long vines or leggy stems.

Wipe leaves regularly to remove dust and allow proper breathing.

🪴 Repotting

Repot every 2–3 years, or when roots start to circle the pot.

Use fresh potting mix and a slightly larger pot with good drainage.

🧩 Propagation

Very easy!

Take stem cuttings with at least one node and place them in water or moist soil.

Roots form in 2–3 weeks.

🐛 Common Problems Heartleaf Philodendron

Problem

Cause

Solution

Yellow leaves

Overwatering

Let soil dry; adjust schedule

Brown tips

Low humidity or underwatering

Increase humidity; water consistently

Leggy growth

Too little light

Move to brighter spot

Drooping leaves

Thirsty or root rot

Check moisture and roots

🌼 Extra Tips

Excellent air-purifying plant.

Grows well in hanging baskets, shelves, or moss poles.

Rotate regularly for even growth.