Heartleaf Philodendron vs Pothos
Side-by-side comparison.
| Heartleaf Philodendron | Pothos | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Beginner | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light, tolerates low light | Bright indirect light, tolerates low light |
| Water | When top 2 inches dry, ~weekly | When top 1-2 inches dry, typically every 1-2 weeks |
| Humidity | 40-60% (tolerant of average home humidity) | Average (40-60%) |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft trailing indoors | Up to 10 ft (3 m) indoors, often pruned shorter |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats & dogs | Toxic to cats & dogs |