Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’

🌿 Botanical Name

Philodendron hederaceum ‘Lemon Lime’

💚 Common Names

Lemon Lime Philodendron, Neon Heartleaf Philodendron

🌱 Description

Bright, cheerful, and incredibly easy to grow, the Lemon Lime Philodendron brings a vibrant splash of chartreuse foliage to any indoor space. Its heart-shaped leaves emerge in brilliant shades of neon yellow-green and mature into a rich lime color, creating a striking contrast against darker houseplants.

This fast-growing tropical can trail gracefully from a hanging basket or climb a moss pole for larger foliage. Its forgiving nature and colorful leaves make it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced plant parents looking to brighten their indoor jungle.

☀️ Light

Indirect view of the sky.
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light. Brighter conditions help maintain its vivid chartreuse color, while lower light may cause slower growth and deeper green foliage. Avoid direct afternoon sun.

💧 Water

Summer: Allow the top 50% of the soil to dry before watering.

Winter: Allow the top 75% of the soil to dry before watering.

Water thoroughly until excess water drains from the pot, then allow the soil to partially dry before watering again.

🐾 Pet Friendly?

No. Lemon Lime Philodendron contains calcium oxalate crystals and is toxic if ingested by cats and dogs.

🌿 Fleurish Tip

For the fullest plant, pinch the growing tips regularly to encourage branching. If you’d like larger leaves, give it a moss pole or trellis to climb. The cuttings root quickly, making this one of the easiest philodendrons to propagate and share.