philodendron hederaceum
'lemon lime'

No other name for this plant.

Care level

Easy

Features bright foliage that starts yellow and matures to lime green, creating a gradient effect on the plant. The leaves grow rapidly on trailing vines and maintain their vibrant color even in lower light conditions compared to other philodendrons.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 89.6°F)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

Moderate

Keep the soil slightly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 40 and 80% 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:

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Pot

Standard size

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 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

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

Toxicity

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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The philodendron lemon lime cannot 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.

Propagation methods

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