ornamentalFamily: AraceaeGenus: PhilodendronSpecies: brasil

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Philodendron Brasil

Philodendron brasil

This versatile tropical plant is prized for its attractive heart-shaped foliage splashed with shades of lime green and deep forest green. It exhibits a trailing growth habit that makes it an excellent choice for hanging baskets, high shelves, or training onto a trellis. Its resilience and striking appearance make it a favorite for both indoor collections and interior decor.

Philodendron Brasil is a popular, easy-care trailing houseplant featuring striking, heart-shaped leaves with vibrant chartreuse and dark green variegation.

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Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.

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Plant Profile

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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.

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Sun

Bright, indirect light.

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Water

Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid soggy or waterlogged soil to prevent root issues.

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Mature size

Vines can grow 3 to 6 feet long in indoor environments.

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Hardiness

11-12

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Growth habit

Trailing, vining, or cascading.

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Plant type

Tropical foliage plant

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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.

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Growing note

Provide consistent indirect light to maintain the vibrant variegation; low light may cause the leaves to revert to solid green.

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Climate note

Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80ยฐF; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 55ยฐF.

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Flower / fruit

Rarely flowers when grown as an indoor houseplant; valued exclusively for its variegated foliage.

Growing & Care

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Sun / light

Bright, indirect light.

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Growth rate

Moderate.

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Fertilizer

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the active growing season; reduce feeding in winter.

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Pruning

Trim back long vines periodically to encourage branching and a fuller, more bushy plant appearance.

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Care notes

Provide consistent indirect light to maintain the vibrant variegation; low light may cause the leaves to revert to solid green.

Size & Habit

How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.

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Mature size

Vines can grow 3 to 6 feet long in indoor environments.

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Growth habit

Trailing, vining, or cascading.

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Spacing

12-18 inches when planting multiple starts in a single container.

Flower / Fruit

Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.

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Flowering / fruiting

Rarely flowers when grown as an indoor houseplant; valued exclusively for its variegated foliage.

Climate & Hardiness

Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.

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Hardiness zones

11-12

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Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80ยฐF; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 55ยฐF.

Soil & Water

Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.

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Watering

Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid soggy or waterlogged soil to prevent root issues.

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Soil

Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains some moisture while allowing excess water to drain freely.

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Soil pH

6.0-7.0

More Plant Data

19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.

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Container Growing

Thrives in containers, especially hanging baskets where its trailing vines can display their variegated foliage.

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Family

Araceae

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Foliage Look

Lush, glossy, heart-shaped leaves with distinct lime-green and forest-green variegation.

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Foliage Rules

Leaves are heart-shaped; variegation should consist of a central chartreuse stripe bordered by dark green.

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Fruit Flower Look

Not applicable as the plant is grown for ornamental foliage.

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Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers are not a feature of this foliage-focused houseplant; imagery should emphasize the leaf patterns.

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Growth Habit Rules

Should appear as a trailing, vine-forming plant; do not portray as an upright or clumping shrub.

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Mature Plant Look

A full, cascading plant with long, leafy vines trailing gracefully from a container.

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Mature Stage Morphology

Long, flexible stems; leaves are cordate (heart-shaped) with distinct cream to chartreuse central variegation on dark green backgrounds.

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Morphology Rules

Maintain realistic vine density; do not depict woody stems or excessive vertical growth without support.

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Plant Faqs

Does Philodendron Brasil need direct sun? No, it prefers bright, indirect light to keep its variegation vibrant. How often should I water my Philodendron Brasil? Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Can I grow this in a hanging basket? Yes, it is an ideal trailing plant for hanging containers.

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Root Look

Healthy, white, fibrous roots visible on the starter plug.

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Soil Look

Dark, rich, loose potting soil with visible perlite for drainage.

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Starter Stage

Appears as a small, rooted plug or cluster with several petite heart-shaped leaves displaying signature lime and green colors.

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Starter Stage Morphology

Compact, soft stems with alternating leaf arrangement; small root system proportional to a starter cell.

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Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Philodendron Brasil. This is Philodendron Brasil, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Philodendron Brasil become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the indoor foliage environment you want to create. This beautiful plant is defined by its striking heart-shaped leaves, featuring a vibrant chartreuse stripe set against deep, rich green foliage. Establish your starter plant by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining potting mix, then later move it to a larger container once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Tags

Philodendron Philodendron Brasil Houseplants Variegated Plants Trailing Plants Indoor Gardening Plant Care Agardeni Foliage Plants Starter Plants

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Youtube Video Summary

Philodendron Brasil is a stunning, easy-care houseplant known for its variegated heart-shaped leaves and trailing vines. Perfect for adding a pop of color to any indoor space, it thrives in hanging baskets and is an excellent choice for any level of gardener.

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Youtube Video Title

Philodendron Brasil: Growing a Beautiful Trailing Houseplant

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