Photo of Philodendron hederaceum foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Philodendron hederaceum

Also Known As

  • Philodendron micans
  • Black Gold Philodendron
  • Velvet Leaf Philodendron

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Philodendron hederaceum plant details

Philodendron hederaceum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philodendron hederaceum

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philodendron hederaceum

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Velvety, heart shaped leaves with plum purple underside. New leaves emerge pinkish-bronze with chartreuse veins. Vining or climbing habit depending on how you train it.
Dark green velour leaves with light veins adorn this mounding-cascading-climbing plant..easy, will adapt to low light

Gardening facts about Philodendron hederaceum plant

How to Grow Philodendron hederaceum

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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