Sweetheart Plant 'Brazil'
English name:
Sweetheart Plant 'Brazil'Latin name:
Philodendron scandens 'Brazil'About me:
I am known as a sweetheart plant due to my beautiful heart shaped, golden-yellow variegated leaves.
Useful to know:
Origin
I am native to Mexico, Brazil and the West Indies.
Height/Growth
I am a fast grower, and will climb up a support or trail from a hanging basket. Care for me well and I might reach 4m.
Light
I prefer medium light. I can tolerate bright light but not direct sunlight. A good option for a less sunny room.
Water
Let the very top of my soil dry before watering as I don't like wet roots.
Temperature
Temperatures between 16-24 degrees are ideal for me.
Feeding
During the growing season feed me every 6 weeks with a diluted solution.
Grooming
If I'm getting too gangly, cut back straggly ends and I should grow more consistently.
Care
Wipe my leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust. That way I can photosynthesise properly and look my best./p>
Toxicity
I am toxic, keep me away from pets and children.
Fact
Once mature, I may produce spathes of green-white flowers, periodically.
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