The Philodendron Micans plant is a stunning houseplant with heart shaped dark green leaves with a velvety finish
This plant is easy to care for and makes a great plant for beginners
This aroid requires a light soil
A mix of potting soil, perlite and orchid bark will keep the roots happiest
The Philodendron Micans grows relatively quickly and does best when allowed to trail or climb
If you want to encourage faster growth choose a pot about 2 inches wider in diameter than the current pot
Any well drained pot can be used
The Philodendron Mican enjoys brightindirect or dappled light
It will tolerate lower indirect light if it has some brighter moments in the day
Water your plant when the soil is dry
Aroids do not like to be overly wet
Establish a regular watering schedule to reduce stress on the plant
Keep the plant at a low of 65 Degrees F. to upward of 85 Degrees F.
It enjoys warmth and humidity
Since the Micans is a trailing plant, it will need to be hung up in a hanging pot when the leaves start vining down the side of the pot
It is easy to trim to the fullness and length that you desire
Propagation is easily done through leaf node stem cuttings
You need a 3 to 6 inch leaf stem with a couple of nodes and healthy growth