Philodendron 'Brasil' Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Philodendron Brasil, or Philodendron hederaceum 'brasil,' is a climbing plant native to Central America and the Caribbean. This tropical plant has green and lime-green leaves and prefers indirect sunlight and moderate humidity. It should be noted that this plant is poisonous to animals.
Common Name |
Philodendron Brasil
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
Perennials
Shrubs
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil'
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron 'Brasil'.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron 'Brasil' needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron 'Brasil' needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron 'Brasil' to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Philodendron 'Brasil' to thrive is between 60% and 80%. |
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron 'Brasil'. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Philodendron 'Brasil' plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron 'Brasil' plant. |
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Maximum Height |
72 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
72 Inches or
2 meters
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Color |
Green
Bright Yellow
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron 'Brasil' toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron Brasil contains calcium oxalate, which can cause irritation to pets and humans if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
Formal Garden
Patio And Containers
Hanging Baskets
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron 'Brasil', when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Philodendron 'Brasil' Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron 'Brasil' plant originated. |
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Country |
Central America
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Specific Location
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This plant can grow in the Carribean. |
