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Brasil Philodendron

Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil'

Vining aroids (pothos, philodendron, syngonium)Mood Meter: Chill AF

Also called: Philodendron Brasil

How to identify it

Heart-shaped leaves with dark-green margins and a lime/chartreuse central stripe or splash.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: climbing trailing.

Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF

Very forgiving like standard heartleaf philodendron; adequate light mainly helps preserve the lime central variegation.

Care guide

Light

Bright indirect light. Direct sun: Gentle morning sun can be tolerated.

Water

Water after the upper portion dries; avoid prolonged saturation.

Soil / substrate

Airy aroid mix.

Humidity

Average household humidity is sufficient.

Support / growth

Can trail or climb.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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