Philodendron Cordatum

Common Name:
Heartleaf Philodendron

Description:
Philodendron cordatum, commonly known as the Heartleaf Philodendron, is a beloved indoor foliage plant admired for its trailing vines and distinctive heart-shaped leaves. Native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, this low-maintenance species thrives in Melbourne homes and offices, particularly in well-lit indoor spaces with indirect sunlight. Its soft, deep green leaves form on slender, vining stems that can trail gracefully from hanging baskets or be trained to climb a support. Perfect for beginners, it tolerates low light and inconsistent watering, though it will grow most vigorously in warm, humid conditions with regular moisture and free-draining soil. It is an evergreen plant that grows actively through spring and summer, slowing down slightly in winter. While rarely flowering indoors, its lush foliage and flexible growth habit make it an attractive option for both compact apartments and large interior green spaces.

Form:
*Climber
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding (when grown in pots)
*Ground Cover (in tropical, frost-free conditions)

Mature Size:
*Height: 2–3 m as a climber (can be pruned to maintain size)
*Width: 1–2 m trailing or spread

Aspect:
*Part Shade
*Full Shade
*Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:
*Does not flower under Melbourne's weather conditions

Flower Colour:
*Not applicable

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Suitable for Indoor Use
*Low Maintenance
*Air Purifying
*Perennial
*Climber or Trailing Habit
*Excellent for Hanging Baskets
*Not frost tolerant

Toxicity:
*Toxic to pets (cats and dogs); may cause oral irritation, drooling, and vomiting if ingested
*Mildly toxic to humans if ingested

Companion Plants:
*Epipremnum aureum (Devil's Ivy)
*Monstera adansonii
*Calathea orbifolia
*Zamioculcas zamiifolia (ZZ Plant)
*Ficus elastica (Rubber Plant)