A trailing beauty, and absolute must-have for any indoor plant enthusiast. Philodendrons are a fast grower when they’re happy, and look great potted, hanging or trailing across your bookcase. They’re a real interior designer’s dream.
It’s pretty easy-going and can tolerate most light conditions, except of course direct intense sunlight. Philodendrons have beautiful waxy green foliage and stalky legs that are very easy to propagate.
Native to Central America and the Caribbean, they are from the family Araceae.
A perfect beginner plant due to its easy care, and aesthetic appeal. This plant is associated with love, and therefore makes a wonderful gift for weddings, Valentine’s or your sweetheart’s birthday.
Care
Light
Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate low lighting conditions, and some gentle direct light.
Water
Keep the soil moist but not drenched. Water when the topsoil feels a little dry. Can be misted regularly, as it enjoys a humid environment.
Tips
We advise feeding this plant with fertilizer a couple of times during the summer growing period.
It is a fast grower and an avid climber.
Toxicity
Keep away from nibbling kids or pets as Philodendron are toxic if ingested.
Sizing
Your Philodendron Scandens currently lives in a (12cm diameter, 9.5cm height) nursery pot.
They're 20cm in height (Pot base to leaf tip, with some trailing foliage).
They can ultimately reach 400cm in length.
