Species Name: Philodendron hederaceum 'Micans'

Common name(s): Sweatheart Plant, Velvet Leaf Philodendron, Vile vine

Defining Characteristics: 

• A classic vining plant that has become popular as a houseplant in hanging baskets
• Dark colored, velvety, heart-shaped leaves
• Thick, trailing vines offers a natural support structure for animals when used in a vivarium

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 55-80°F

Humidity: Moderate (30-70%)  to Humid (70-100%) 

Watering frequency: Moderate watering required. Allow the top 2 inches of the soil to dry out between waterings. 

Lighting:      Partial Shade 

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here

Growth rate: Slow - Moderate 

Height: Vines can trail up to 20’ 

Origin: Central America and parts of the Caribbean Islands (Dominica and Tobago)

Regional locality: Hemi-epiphytic, sometimes epilithic in tropical forests

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-12

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: The wide leaves of this plant can easily burn when exposed to full sun. Avoid direct sunlight for extended periods of time. 

*Philodendrons are toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it. For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

The plant pictured is in a 4" pot.