Philodendron Silver Sword (Philodendron hastatum)

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Philodendron Silver Sword (Philodendron hastatum)

The Philodendron hastatum is native to Colombia and this variety is commonly called the Silver Sword. This easy to care for plant can adapt to all kinds of conditions (as long as its warm), making it a popular houseplant.

The Silver Sword has large silver, almost metallic-looking foliage. The juvenile leaves on the Silver Sword start as a pale metallic grey and become a deeper blue colour as the plant matures. 

*As plants are natural products, form, pattern and colour will vary slightly.

*Larger pot sizes (Size 4 and above) are ONLY available for Local Pickup or Local Delivery within 5km of our stores.


Skill level

Easy

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Alternative names

Philo hastatum, Silver Sword

LIGHT
Prefers indirect light to bright light.

WATER
Keep moist over the warmer months. Reduce watering in the cooler months and allow the plant to dry longer between watering. Can adapt to drier conditions.

NUTRIENTS
Feed with slow-release fertiliser once every month (refer to packaging for dosage). In the warmer months, feed twice with a liquid fertiliser.

IDEAL TEMPERATURE
Cool to warm.

This is a general guide of the size we offer:

Size 1: 70mm - 100mm pot

Size 2: 110mm-130mm pot

Size 3: 140mm - 180mm pot

Size 4: 200mm pot

Size 5: 250mm pot

Size 6: 300mm pot

Size 7: 350mm pot

Size 8: 400mm pot