Heartleaf philodendron
A species of Philodendrons Botanical name : Philodendron hederaceum Genus : Philodendrons
Heartleaf philodendron, A species of Philodendrons
Botanical name: Philodendron hederaceum
Genus: Philodendrons
Description
Philodendron hederaceum is an evergreen climbing plant originating from the West Indies. It is a widely cultivated houseplant, famous for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves, hence the common name heartleaf philodendron. It contains calcium oxalate crystals, so it can be mildly toxic when ingested.
Plant Type
Herb, Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Bloom Time
Summer
Plant Height
3 - 6 m
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People often ask
General Info
Name story
Heartleaf philodendron
Many people like to make this plant as an ornamental potted plant. Its unique heart-shaped leaves seem like they are expressing "love" all the time. The word, philodendron is derived from philódendros meaning "loving trees", so it is called heartleaf philodendron.
Symbolism
Health, abundance, growth, love of nature
Usages
Garden Use
Heartleaf philodendron is most often grown as a houseplant. However, you can grow it in outdoor gardens in warm climate zones where temperatures do not go below 4 ℃. The attractive, heart-shaped leaves, which sometimes turn bonze-colored when they first emerge, make this plant valuable for background interest.
Care Guide for Heartleaf philodendron
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Family
Arum Genus
Philodendrons Species
Heartleaf philodendron 
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