philodendron
hederaceum

Sweetheart plant, Parlor ivy, Cordatum vine.

Care level

Easy

This adaptable vine starts life with small, heart-shaped leaves that transform dramatically as they mature, becoming larger and more elongated. Unlike its fussier relatives, it's incredibly forgiving and can thrive in a variety of conditions, even bouncing back after periods of neglect.

Care level

Easy

Care & maintenance

Light

Moderate indirect light

All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.

Temperature

Wide range (15°C - 30°C)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 50 and 70% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Tropical plant mix: A rich, moisture-retentive blend with good aeration. Mimics the natural forest floor environment of tropical regions.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

50 %

50 %

20 %

20 %

20 %

20 %

10 %

10 %

Click on the soil name for more information.

Pot

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Climbing

Rapid growth

This plant grows rapidly. It can reach 30 to 90 cm in height or spread.

It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species

Cat
Dog
Human

Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The philodendron hederaceum can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.