How to care for a Heartleaf Philodendron Totem

How To Care for a Heartleaf Philodendron Totem

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Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

This species of Philodendron is a quick growing, trailing plant with heart shaped leaves.

Plant Origin

Throughout the tropics

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Heartleaf Philodendron Totem:
  • Wilting plant or curling leaves, dry potting mix:

Underwatered

  • Yellowing leaves, black stems:

Overwatered

How to care for a Heartleaf Philodendron Totem

How To Care for a Heartleaf Philodendron Totem

Buy this plant Learn more about Heartleaf Philodendron Totem care

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in medium indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

Its name comes from the Greek words philo (love) and dendron (tree). Essentially, it's a "tree lover" that expresses its affection by wrapping its heart-shaped leaves around any support it can find.

Plant Origin

Throughout the tropics

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Heartleaf Philodendron Totem:
  • Wilting plant or curling leaves, dry potting mix:

Underwatered

  • Yellowing leaves, black stems:

Overwatered