Planters and Pots
Philodendron Micans Plant
The Oxycardium plant is a beginner friendly plant because it adapts readily to conditions inside the home.
Houseplants happily survive all year long indoors, but when the weather is right, they also love the occasional trip outside to a shady location.
Houseplants happily survive all year long indoors, but when the weather is right, they also love the occasional trip outside to a shady location.
Plant special features
The plant is known for its velvety and heart-shaped leaves with red-undertone. It also features trailing growth habit. Although it may live outdoors in tropical climates, it is typically only grown indoors.
This has become a popular houseplant as it is also an excellent air purifying plant. A well - known air cleanser that can absorb CO2 even in the night.
Interesting Facts:
PLANT CARE
| Sunlight: | It flourishes in bright filtered or indirect light. However, the Philodendron oxycardium micans is an excellent houseplant that is able to thrive in medium to low light levels of the most homes. |
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| Watering: | Moderate watering needs. The Heartleaf Philodendron is commonly a tropical plant, which enjoys a moist environment. Water twice a week. |
| Temprature: | Minimum 15 degrees C |
| Soil: | Sandy soil that drains quickly. Use a soil-based potting mix. |
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| Repotting: | Repot the plant once it is outgrown, with some fresh soil mix and fertilizer. At the time of repotting pick a pot that is at least 1-2 inches bigger than your previous pot. Re-potting to be done late evening. Keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition. |
Dos and Don’ts:
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Over – Watering – No please!
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The plant thrives in AC rooms but away from AC vents.
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Make sure your plant is in filtered sun-location. Too much direct sunlight may cause leaves to turn yellow. Bleached and brown tips also indicate that it is receiving too much light.
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Insect/pest attack –Though pests are not normally problematic for Heartleaf Philodendron, common pests include insects and fungal problems. Insects may include mealy bugs, scale insects, and spider mites. Wipe the leaves after Spraying Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil, as a primary treatment.
Styling and décor tips:
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Since Philodendron micans plant is from tropical Mexico and it need a humid environment to thrive, a bathroom with enough indirect light or a kitchen windowsill would be a great place for them to grow.
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This plant is a wonderful tropical houseplant for hanging baskets for your home or office and an ideal plant for gifting.
Nikhil A. –
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