Lime colour
Yellow-green foliage adds a bright contrast within a green collection.
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Philodendron 'Lime' 12cm
Normal price
€9,00
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Philodendron 'Lime'
Green with enthusiasm turned all the way up 💚
- Araceae
- Lime colour
- Heart-shaped leaves
- Trailing or supported growth
- Drainage holes required
Philodendron 'Lime' offers a brighter expression of green. Its heart-shaped leaves, in lime tones, create a soft wave of colour along slender stems that can spread and trail over the edge of the pot.
Its relaxed outline suits arrangements that need movement and a clear accent of colour. Beside darker leaves it looks even brighter, while on its own the simple leaf shape and flowing stems take centre stage.
What makes it special
Three details that shape its character.
Heart-shaped leaves
The characteristic base and pointed tip form a recognisable, soft outline.
Trailing or supported growth
Flexible stems can trail freely or be guided onto a support.
Why you will love it: For the easy movement and bright colour that connects contrasting foliage.
In your space Position & plant pairings Placement, form and complementary plants
Where it looks its best
On a shelf near a bright window, with room for the stems. A support gives it a more upright presence while retaining its character.
Plants to display alongside it
Create a group in compatible light, keeping each plant in its own pot. Check watering, roots and seasonal growth individually; these are display pairings, not a shared planting.
- Aglaonema 'White Kiwi' — for a creamy, upright contrast.
- Scindapsus pictus — for silver markings beside the lime tones.
- Philodendron hederaceum — for a similar flowing line in deeper green.
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light. Avoid strong midday sun and deep shade, which can produce sparse new growth.
Watering
Let the upper layer dry before watering thoroughly. Drain completely and reduce frequency when growth slows.
Climate
A warm setting, around 18–29°C during growth. Protect from cold, especially beside windows in winter.
Safety
Chewing can cause irritation from calcium oxalate. Keep leaves and stems out of reach of children and pets.
For this plant
Substrate & feeding
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, water, climate, roots and feeding
Light and position
Bright indirect light. Avoid strong midday sun and deep shade, which can produce sparse new growth.
Watering according to drying
Let the upper layer dry before watering thoroughly. Drain completely and reduce frequency when growth slows.
Air and humidity
Ordinary household humidity is often adequate, but avoid very dry heated air. Provide gentle airflow without cold draughts.
Temperature and season
A warm setting, around 18–29°C during growth. Protect from cold, especially beside windows in winter.
Substrate and roots
A chunky, airy aroid mix with drainage and some moisture retention. Always use a pot with drainage holes.
Feeding and repotting
Feed only during active growth, using a suitable foliage fertiliser at the label rate. Do not add water just to feed. If a new mix includes starter nutrition, allow for it before adding more fertiliser. Pause during stress or rest. Repot only when roots fill the pot, moving up by one size.
Botanical identity Identity & origin The species, cultivated form and natural background
The 'Lime' trade selection
The name describes this bright, heart-leaved philodendron and is retained at genus level.
The Araceae family
Philodendrons belong to the aroids, with many climbing forms in tropical America.
A cultivated selection
The lime colour belongs to a cultivated selection. It does not describe a wild population under this trade name.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for A closer look at plant structure and function
Nodes and buds
Stem nodes bear leaves and buds. A cutting needs a node to produce a new shoot, not just a leaf blade.
Aerial roots
Roots developing at the nodes help the climbing form attach to support.
Protection for a new leaf
A developing leaf is protected by a cataphyll, a specialised leaf that later dries.
Calcium oxalate raphides
Microscopic needle-like crystals explain the irritation that chewing can cause.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about this plant’s needs and behaviour.
01 Is it climbing or trailing?
It can be displayed either way. A suitable support guides the flexible stems upwards.
02 Why are the gaps between leaves increasing?
Low light can produce sparse growth. Move gradually to a brighter position without harsh sun.
03 Can a single leaf make a new plant?
A stem section with a node and bud is needed to develop a complete new plant.
04 Does lime colouring mean it needs fertiliser?
Not by itself; it is a feature of the selection. Sudden yellowing with collapse calls for a check of watering and roots.
05 Should I repot immediately?
Not without a reason. Check whether the roots fill the pot and let it settle into its new environment first.
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Individual protection
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Sturdy packaging
We use reinforced cardboard designed to protect against impacts and vibration during transport.