Philodendron cordatum

Also Known As

Arum cordatum
Philodendron cordatum 'Angra dos Reis'
Angra dos Reis
Heart Leaf Philodendron

Plant type

perennial, vine, aroid

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Philodendron cordatum plant details

Philodendron cordatum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philodendron cordatum

Plant type: perennial aroid vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, exotic, houseplant, showy, tropical, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philodendron cordatum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Philodendron cordatum (Angra dos Reis) has been a very odd and beautiful plant to grow. We first obtained this plant through a friend (as Angra dos Reis) and it has since been IDed as cordatum. These plants were grown from collected seed out of Brazil. This plant has large leaves, white veins and red sap glands that produce a sugar like sap for ants which help rid the plant of other pests. The leaves can measure up to 3 feet and is climber. I have found that growing Philodendrons from seed gives you multiple variations of the plant. Some of these have more veins or spots. Others tend to have rounder or slender leaves. So it seems no two plants are exactly alike. Foliage: Green leaves with white veins and red spotted sap glands Flowers: White spath Height: Climber