Philodendron hastatum syn. Philodendron 'Silver Sword'

The two popular types of Philodendron are climbers and non-climbing varieties. The climbers, are suited to the average room as long as you provide firm support for the stems. The climbing Philodendrons produce aerial roots from the stems. Most of the non-climbers are capable of growing into immense plants with large, deeply lobed leaves. These are more suited to buildings with large open spaces. Average wamth is required, not less than 55F in winter. Philodendron hastatum is a species Philodendron native to South East Brazil, and has unusual juvenile foliage which is silver in colour, almost metallic-looking. As it matures, it has a more silver-green look. It is commonly known as Silver Sword Philodendron. It has a strong climbing habit, so needs a post, log, trellis, or tree to grow on.

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  Partial shade

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  Very little water

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  Not Frost hardy

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  Moist and free draining