Which Philodendron variety to choose?

The Philodendron genus offers an immense diversity of shapes, colors, and textures. Here is how the Philodendron scandens stands out from other varieties in our catalog:

• Philodendron scandens (this plant): elegant heart-shaped foliage, trailing or climbing plant, very easy to care for. Versatile classic version.
• Philodendron Birkin: dark green foliage with white stripes, graphic and elegant, compact. Graphic variegated version.
• Philodendron melanochrysum: velvety dark green foliage with light veins, climbing, large size. XXL velvety version.
• Philodendron Sodiroi: spectacular silver variegated foliage, climbing. Rare silver version.
• Philodendron White Princess: white and green variegated foliage, rare and spectacular. White variegated version.
• Philodendron Diamond Variegata: green and cream variegated foliage, elegant marbling, rare. Rare variegated version.
• Philodendron Billietiae: elongated foliage with orange petioles, climbing, rare. Rare orange version.
• Philodendron Green Princess: tender green foliage, compact habit, easy. Classic green version.
• Philodendron Pedatum: spectacular cut foliage, elegant climbing plant, large size. XXL cut climbing version.

Why choose the Philodendron scandens? If you are looking for a Philodendron with elegant heart-shaped foliage, great versatility (trailing or climbing), and exceptional ease of care, scandens is the perfect choice. It is the classic variety ideal for beginners.

Exposure & location

The Philodendron scandens perfectly tolerates low light, making it an ideal plant for dimly lit spaces. It enjoys indirect light but adapts remarkably well to shade.

• Exposure: indirect light, partial shade, tolerates shade, avoid direct sunlight.
• Ideal: hanging, shelf, office, bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen, or low-light room.
• Temperature: 15 to 27 °C, tolerates fluctuations.
• Substrate: light, rich, and well-draining, universal potting soil with perlite.

Verdeia tip: the Philodendron scandens is perfect for hanging baskets thanks to its elegant trailing habit, or as a climbing plant with a stake.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate; let the top 3-5 cm of substrate dry out between waterings.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, reduce to once every 2 weeks in winter.
• Drainage: essential — use a pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
• Humidity: enjoys 50-70% humidity, mist occasionally or place near other plants.
• Fertilizer: once a month in spring-summer with diluted liquid fertilizer for green plants.
• Size: pinch the stems to encourage branching and a bushier habit.

The Philodendron prefers a slightly moist substrate but never waterlogged — avoid excess water that causes yellowing leaves.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

With its elegant heart-shaped foliage and trailing or climbing habit, the Philodendron scandens adds a touch of softness and freshness to your urban jungle. It creates a romantic and soothing effect.

• To pair with: Pothos, Monstera, Calathea, Fittonia, or other tropical plants to create an elegant and calming urban jungle.
• Ideal pot: macramé hanger, matte ceramic decorative pot (white, gray, black, terracotta), or hanging basket to showcase the trailing stems.
• Atmosphere: perfect hanging in a bedroom, bathroom, office, or living room to create an elegant cascading effect.

The heart-shaped foliage creates a romantic and soothing effect that brings a touch of softness and freshness to your plant decor.

Verdeia Tips

• Perfectly tolerates low light: ideal for dark spaces and low-light rooms.
• Pinch the stems regularly: to encourage branching and a bushier habit.
• Mist the foliage: to enhance its tropical freshness and maintain humidity.
• Choose your growing method: hanging for a trailing effect or with a stake for a climbing effect.
• Enjoy its ease: Philodendron scandens is one of the easiest and most tolerant plants for beginners.

A true tropical gem, Philodendron scandens captivates with its elegant heart-shaped foliage and great versatility. A classic plant ideal for bringing softness and freshness to your urban jungle.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Philodendron scandens
• Common name: Philodendron scandens, Heartvine, Climbing Philodendron
• Family: Araceae
• Origin: tropical forests of Central and South America
• Adult size: stems up to 100–200 cm long (trailing or climbing)
• Exposure: indirect light, partial shade, tolerates shade, avoid direct sunlight
• Watering: moderate, let the top 3-5 cm dry out between waterings
• Care: very easy (perfect for beginners)
• Toxicity for animals: toxic (calcium oxalate crystals)
• Decorative style: Trailing / Climbing / Versatile
• Particularity: elegant heart-shaped foliage, trailing or climbing plant, very easy to care for, tolerates low light, air-purifying plant, fast growth, perfect for hanging decorative pots

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density of the foliage and the length of the stems naturally vary according to the age of the plant.