SPECIES CARE GUIDE
Micans / Velvet Heartleaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum var. hederaceum)
Use this guide as a starting point for caring for this species at home.
Lighting
Give it medium to bright indirect light. Heartleaf philodendrons can tolerate lower light.
Watering
Keep the mix slightly moist during active growth and let excess water drain. Check less often when growth slows.
Substrate
Use a freely draining houseplant mix that holds a little moisture.
Humidity
Moderate household humidity works as a starting point for heartleaf philodendrons.
Growth habit
Micans is the velvet-leaved form sold under the name Philodendron micans. It shares the basic care of heartleaf philodendron and can trail from a shelf or climb a support.
Propagation
Take a stem cutting with at least one node.
Common problems
Watch for spider mites, mealybugs, and scale. If leaves decline while the mix stays wet, check for root rot.
Pet toxicity
Toxic to cats and dogs if chewed. Insoluble calcium oxalate crystals can cause mouth irritation, drooling, and trouble swallowing. Keep out of reach.
Where this guidance comes from
This guide covers the care details documented for this species in the NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
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