Philodendron Hederaceum Micans. Araceae aroids this velvet leaved philodendron is often called black gold philodendron and is native to central south america. Philodendron hederaceum micans is also known by the names philodendron micans heart leaf philodendron and sweetheart plant.
I call it the philo micans for short. That is quite a mouthful. The botanical name for the plant is philodendron hederaceum var.
It looks a lot like heartleaf philodendron except the fine velvety hairs over the leaves.
It has gorgeous heart shaped leaves that are generally quite dark in colour with tones of black and copper and pinks and reds in the new growth. It looks a lot like heartleaf philodendron except the fine velvety hairs over the leaves. To maintain its juvenile appearance cut it back from time to time. Thank you for understanding and adhering to the plant limit.