Philodendrons Care

Philodendrons Care

Bright Indirect
Medium Watering Frequency
Difficulty: Medium
Pet Toxic

Plant Pictured: Philodendron Cordatum Brasil

Light
Bright-indirect. Low light slows growth and reduces variegation, but is tolerable.

Water
Let 1/2 of the pot dry, Micans like to dry a touch more between drinks.

Humidity & Temperature
Average to high humidity (40–60%+ helps). 65-85°F.

Soil & Fertilizing
Aroid mix: potting soil + perlite + bark. Feed every 4-6 weeks in growing season (Summer/Spring).

Pet Safety
Not pet safe.

Native Region
Tropical Americas.

Fun Fact
Micans velvety leaves change color from bronze to deep green as they mature.

Split leaf philodendrons fenstrate as they mature.

Notes

  • Birkin/White Princess want steadier bright light to keep variegation crisp.
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