{"product_id":"philodendron-oxycardium-4-pot","title":"Philodendron Oxycardium - 4\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003ePhilodendron hederaceum, the heartleaf philodendron (often sold as oxycardium), is a classic, ultra-easy trailing houseplant with glossy, deep-green heart-shaped leaves on slender cascading stems. Adaptable and forgiving, it thrives in a wide range of indoor light, tolerates occasional neglect and helps freshen the air, making it ideal for beginners. It looks lovely spilling from hanging baskets and shelves or climbing a moss pole for larger leaves. Fast-growing in warmth and easy to propagate from cuttings, it is among the most reliable green companions for homes and offices, asking only for indirect light and moderate, consistent watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral and South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrails 2-4 m indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy green heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely flowers indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright indirect light; tolerates medium light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when top 2-3 cm of soil dries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained airy potting mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-30°C; protect from cold drafts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage home humidity; enjoys higher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced liquid feed monthly in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrim to keep bushy and control length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years when rootbound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy by stem cuttings in water or soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatch mealybugs, aphids and spider mites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to pets and humans if chewed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile indoor trailing or climbing plant for hanging baskets, shelves, desks and moss poles, and a popular air-freshening houseplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India keep it in bright, filtered indoor light and water moderately; let it climb a moss pole in warm, humid spots for larger, lusher leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water heartleaf philodendron?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top 2-3 cm of soil dries. It is forgiving but dislikes constantly soggy soil, so let it drain freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates medium light well, making it suitable for many indoor spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Like all philodendrons it contains calcium oxalate and is toxic to cats, dogs and humans if chewed, so keep it out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It grows happily in a jar of water; change the water weekly and add a little diluted feed for long-term growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut a stem with a node and a leaf and root it in water or moist soil; roots form within a week or two in warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves small and far apart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeggy growth with small leaves signals too little light. Move it brighter and let it climb a support for larger leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it grow in low light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt tolerates low light better than most plants, though growth slows; for best leaves give bright indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every one to two years or when rootbound, into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves turning yellow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellowing usually points to overwatering or poor drainage. Let the soil dry more between waterings and check the pot drains well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed monthly with a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer during the warm growing season and reduce in cool months.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256292540662,"sku":"PLT-PHILODENDRON-P04-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-philodendron-scandens-oxycardium-heart-leaf-philodendron-plant-202508.jpg?v=1783923419","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/philodendron-oxycardium-4-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}