How to Care For the Philodendron scandens

The Philodendron Scadens is easy to care for and easy to love. Originating in Central America and the Caribbean, the Philodendron Scandens features glossy, forest-green heart-shaped leaves that grow into long, sprawling vines, adding a tropical energy to any space. Its heart-shaped foliage is also the inspiration for its scientific name, derived from the Greek word ‘Philo’, meaning ‘love’, and ‘dendron’ - meaning ‘tree’.

With easyplant’s self-watering system, caring for your Philodendron Scandens is effortless. Simply check the easyplant reservoir once a month and top it up when it’s empty!

Philodendron Scandens thrive in well-lit spaces with bright or indirect sunlight but can also adapt to low-light conditions where the source of light is further away. Avoid placing it in darker areas without natural light.

On your Philodendron Scandens’ first few days at home, it may drop a few leaves or they might turn yellow. Don’t worry – this is completely normal. Once the plant has adjusted to its new environment, the Philodendron Scandens will be resilient and easy to care for. To encourage steady growth, dust the leaves occasionally and give the pot a quarter of a turn once a month.

Philodendron Scandens are natural trailers that will grow long and can eventually be hung across a wall or stretch down a high shelf. Alternatively, Philodendron Scandens also "climb," so, if you wish, you can place a trellis in the pot, and the plant's vines will grow up and around the trellis. If you allow your Philodendron Scandens to grow, its vines can eventually stretch over 1.2 metres, so be sure to have plenty of room for it to spread out! Some of the largest Philodendron Scandens can grow up to 3.6 metres or more!

Knowing the right temperature and humidity levels for your plant is key when growing a Philodendron Scandens. The ideal temperatures for this plant are similar to those found in its natural habitat, the tropical regions of Central and South America. Ideally, you’ll want to keep its environment between 18°C and 29°C, although your Philodendron Scandens can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures.

As a tropical plant, Philodendron Scandens thrive on moisture and humidity. Using a humidifier or grouping a few plants together can help, but these plants can handle dry air slightly better than some other tropical varieties.

Philodendron Scandens can be mildly toxic if ingested, so it's best to keep them out of reach of curious children and pets, such as cats and dogs.

If you notice multiple leaves turning pale or yellow, it may be getting too much direct sunlight. They tend to prefer indirect light, so moving it to a spot with diffused light can make all the difference. If the stems become too long or leggy with too much space between the leaves, try placing the plant in a slightly brighter area where the light is not directly touching the foliage.