Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Philodendron Silver Sword is a gorgeous Philodendron variety with metallic silver foliage. It's striking in color and shape, with its sharp and elongated arrow shape. This plant is surprisingly easy to care for, making it a good choice for any houseplant collection.
Common Name |
Philodendron Silver Sword
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Plant Type
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Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron hastatum 'Silver Sword'
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron 'Silver Sword'.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron 'Silver Sword' needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron 'Silver Sword' needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron 'Silver Sword' to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Philodendron 'Silver Sword' prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 75%. |
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron 'Silver Sword'. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Philodendron 'Silver Sword' plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron 'Silver Sword' plant. |
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Maximum Height |
180 Inches or
5 meters
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Spread |
72 Inches or
2 meters
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron 'Silver Sword' toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron is not safe for humans and pets if ingested. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Patio And Containers
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron 'Silver Sword', when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
root division
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Philodendron 'Silver Sword' Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron 'Silver Sword' plant originated. |
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Country |
Brazil
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