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Philodendron 'brasil' 12cm

Name: Philodendron 'brasil' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Philodbrazil12cm
Price: 7.5 EUR
Availability: InStock

€7,50

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Indoor plant · Araceae · Tropical foliage

Philodendronhederaceum‘Brasil’

Jungle… in flag colours 💚💛

Family: Araceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: 15–20 cm

Araceae
Heart-shaped leaves
Lime central stripe
Climbing or trailing habit
Bright indirect light

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’ paints each heart-shaped leaf with an irregular chartreuse-and-yellow band over deep green. The pattern recalls the colours of the Brazilian flag and shifts slightly with every new leaf.

The juvenile silhouette of Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’ stays clean and flexible, while successive nodes gradually reveal larger, more mature leaves as the stem climbs.

What makes it special

The cultivar pairs the familiar P. hederaceum heart with a bright central brushstroke and flexible growth.

Chartreuse through the centre

The bright band runs near the midrib without following a perfectly symmetrical edge, keeping each leaf different.

A clear heart-shaped base

Two basal lobes and a pointed tip create the classic heartleaf philodendron silhouette.

Two ways to grow

Without support it trails; against a vertical surface it develops a more organised climbing line.

Why you’ll love it: it delivers bright lime colour with the versatility of a classic heartleaf philodendron.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Near a bright window with a slim support or moss pole so the nodes can climb and the leaves can mature. Leave breathing room around the crown so each leaf shape reads clearly.

Plant pairings

Plants that complement it

Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.

Scindapsus pictus — silver markings in a calmer trailing texture.
Asplenium nidus — clean green and rippled contrast.
Anthurium crystallinum — velvet texture and bright venation.

Care at a glance

Light

Bright, indirect light. Variegated forms need steady light without harsh sun.

Water

When the top 2–4 cm are dry. Water thoroughly and let all excess drain away.

Atmosphere

Moderate to higher humidity and roughly 18–29°C, away from cold or hot draughts.

Pets

Not safe to chew. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals.

Chosen for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrate Sybasoil Aroid Premium Mix 5lt View product

Suitable nutrition Liquid Gold Leaf® 250ml View product

Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail

Light and position

Keep it near an east-facing or bright north-facing window, or behind a sheer curtain. Low light reduces leaf size and variegation, while harsh sun can scorch pale tissue.

Correct watering

Check the mix before every watering and wait until the top 2–4 cm are dry. Water evenly, let it drain and never leave water standing in the cover pot.

Air humidity

It adapts to average household humidity, but steady humidity and gentle air movement support cleaner edges and smoother unfurling.

Temperature

An ideal range is roughly 18–29°C. Avoid cold glass, air-conditioner draughts and sudden changes that slow growth.

Substrate

Use an airy aroid mix with ample pore space around the roots and moderate moisture retention. Unrestricted drainage is essential.

Nutrition and repotting

During active growth, use a balanced liquid feed at the label rate and only on already moist substrate. Repot when roots fill the pot, moving up by one size.

Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection

The species Philodendron hederaceum

Philodendron hederaceum is an accepted Araceae species native from Mexico through tropical America, living epiphytically or climbing in wet forests.

A spontaneous mutation

‘Brasil’ arose as a whole-plant mutation in cultivated Philodendron scandens subsp. oxycardium, a name now included within P. hederaceum.

Selected in Brazil

The mutation was discovered in 1991 in Holambra, Brazil, by Ruben Ernesto Acosta and was later protected in the United States as PP12,956.

Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage

Yellow tissue photosynthesises less

Chartreuse and yellow zones contain less chlorophyll than deep green tissue. The plant needs balanced light: enough to support the pattern, not so harsh that pale tissue scorches.

Climbing changes scale

When a stem finds support and good light, successive blades can grow larger. Trailing culture usually retains a smaller, finer form.

Aerial roots emerge from nodes

Nodes can produce leaves, buds and aerial roots. When they meet a stable, lightly moist support, they help the stem climb without replacing the root system in the pot.

Raphides protect the tissues

Philodendron tissues contain needle-like calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing releases them and can cause immediate pain, irritation and drooling.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.

01 Why is the central stripe becoming less vivid?

Expression varies by leaf, but low light can produce greener growth. Move the plant gradually into brighter indirect light and assess several new leaves before pruning.

02 What do yellow leaves mean?

One old lower leaf may be ageing normally. Several yellow leaves at once call for a check of moisture, drainage, light and roots before adding water or fertiliser.

03 Does it need support?

Climbing forms benefit from a firm pole or moss surface, while self-heading rosettes mainly need room. Tie only the stem, never a leaf petiole.

04 Why is a new leaf stuck?

Low or abruptly changing humidity, a dry root zone or cold can hinder unfurling. Stabilise conditions and never pull a soft blade from its sheath.

05 How do I take a cutting?

On climbing forms, cut a healthy section with at least one node and a viable growth point. Self-heading forms will not propagate from a plain leaf without a node.

06 Is it safe for pets and children?

Not for chewing or ingestion. Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides can cause severe oral irritation. Keep it out of reach and seek professional advice if ingestion or symptoms occur.

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Philodendron 'brasil' 12cm

Philodendron 'brasil' 12cm

Philodendronhederaceum‘Brasil’

What makes it special

Chartreuse through the centre

A clear heart-shaped base

Two ways to grow

Where it looks its best

Plants that complement it

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Atmosphere

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

Light and position

Correct watering

Air humidity

Temperature

Substrate

Nutrition and repotting

The species Philodendron hederaceum

A spontaneous mutation

Selected in Brazil

Yellow tissue photosynthesises less

Climbing changes scale

Aerial roots emerge from nodes

Raphides protect the tissues

Frequently asked questions

Philodendron 'brasil' 12cm — Care & Tips

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With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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