Philodendron Scandens Oxycardium, Heart-Leaf Philodendron – Plant

Philodendrons are among the most popular, tolerant, and durable of all house plants. There are many different species of Philodendrons, each possessing it’s own characteristics as to leaf size, shape or coloring. Some species climb while others remain in more of a shrub shape.

• A Split Leaf Philodendron, Monstera deliciosa
• Split Leaf Philodendron
• Monstera deliciosa    A Large Selloum, Elephant Ear Philodendron, P. bipinnatifidum
• Elephant Ear Philodendron
• Philodendron bipinnatifidum

Growing Requirements for Philodendron Plants
Most Philodendrons are native to the jungles of tropical America, and as such, prefer the medium light intensity they would have on the jungle floor. They will tolerate low light, but if there is too little light, the new leaves will develop smaller, and farther apart on the stem.
On the other hand, direct sunlight will burn the foliage, and stunt the growth of the plant. Keep the soil evenly moist, but allow it to dry out between waterings. Keep Philodendrons slightly drier during the winter months, when the growth slows.
Over watering will cause the leaves to turn yellow. Under watering will cause the leaves to turn brown and fall off.