Heartleaf Philodendron Philodendron Plant Varieties. Taxonomically the genus philodendron is still poorly known with many undescribed species. Heart leaf philodendron philodendron cordatum is an evergreen ornamental houseplant.
Heartleaf philodendron or commonly called philodendron cordatum because of its 2 4 inch heart shaped leaves. To train it to climb a moss pole use floral tape or soft plant ties to hold the stems up to the pole until its aerial roots sink in. This philodendron endemic to southeastern brazil.
Taxonomically the genus philodendron is still poorly known with many undescribed species.
Regardless of number of species the genus is the second largest member of the family araceae. Because they love humidity green heartleaf philodendron are excellent plants for bathrooms. Heart leaf philodendron is an epiphytic and epilithic species of philodendron. It will thrive in a small pot for a couple years with little care.
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