Philodendron hastatum aka Silver Sword

If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Silver Sword is a great choice to test your gardening skills.

Silver Sword should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Silver Sword loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Silver Sword prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

The Silver Sword lacks a typical dormancy pattern. If there is a marked reduction in growth, ensure that the plant is receiving enough sunlight and water to thrive.

Silver Sword is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Silver Sword does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.

The Silver Sword should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Silver Sword’s native range is Central, South America, and the Caribbean.