Philodendron scandens ‘Brasil’ (3-4 plants/pot)

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’, simply known as Philodendron ‘Brasil’, is one of the most appreciated indoor plants due to its spectacular foliage. The heart-shaped leaves combine dark green shades with lime green stripes and spots, each leaf having a unique pattern. The plant has a trailing or climbing habit, making it ideal for shelves, hanging pots, or moss supports.

Native to the tropical forests of South America, this philodendron is very easy to care for and adapts excellently to indoor conditions.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’
• Family: Araceae
• Common name: Philodendron Brasil, Heart-shaped leaf Philodendron
• Plant type: tropical indoor plant, climbing or trailing
• Leaves: cordate, glossy, variegated in dark green and lime green
• Growth: moderate to fast

💧 Growing and care conditions:

• Light: prefers bright indirect light. It also tolerates medium light, but variegation is more intense in bright spots.
• Watering: water when the top few centimeters of substrate have dried out.
• Humidity: appreciates moderate to high humidity but adapts well to normal indoor humidity.
• Temperature: optimal growth range: 18-28°C (64-82°F). Avoid temperatures below 15°C (59°F).
• Fertilization: every 2-4 weeks during the growing season, using a fertilizer for green plants.

🌱 Substrate recommendation:
Thrives best in an airy, well-drained substrate based on peat or coconut fiber, mixed with perlite and pine bark.

✨ What makes it special:

• spectacular leaves with variegation in shades of green and lime;
• very easy to care for, suitable even for beginners;
• can be grown trailing or on a support;
• vigorous growth and distinctive tropical appearance;
• purifies and refreshes indoor air.

📌 Note: Each specimen is unique, and the degree of variegation may vary from one plant to another. Some leaves may be predominantly green, while others may have larger lime green areas.Philodendron ‘Brasil’ may show minor aesthetic imperfections on the leaves, handling marks, slightly affected tips, or defects that occurred during transport or acclimation to the new environment. These aspects are common in tropical plants with decorative foliage and do not affect the plant’s viability. Under optimal growing conditions, the plant will produce new, normal leaves.

Height including pot approx. 15 cm