Philodendron 'Brasil'

Philodendron 'Brasil' (Philodendron hederaceum 'Brasil')

The Brasil is the Philodendron that brings the energy of a tropical rainforest canopy right into your home. Its heart-shaped leaves are a vivid, variegated mix of deep green and bright chartreuse — sometimes with a streak of pale yellow or cream — arranged in a pattern that looks like brushstrokes of sunlight filtering through a forest floor. It trails and climbs with the same effortless vigor as a Golden Pothos but with a color palette that's far more dynamic and eye-catching. Fast-growing, forgiving, and genuinely beautiful, it's one of the best value plants in the entire aroid world.

Why You'll Love It

• Vivid variegated foliage — deep green and bright chartreuse-yellow variegation on heart-shaped leaves; more vibrant and dynamic than most variegated Pothos
• Fast grower — produces new leaves quickly and trails or climbs readily; one of the most rewarding aroids to watch grow
• Extremely forgiving — tolerates lower light, irregular watering, and average humidity better than most variegated plants
• Versatile display — trails beautifully from shelves and hanging baskets, or climbs a moss pole for an upright look

Care at a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light maintains the best variegation; tolerates medium light but may lose some color contrast
• Water: Allow the top 1–2" of soil to dry between waterings
• Humidity: Adapts well to average household humidity; prefers 50%+ for best growth
• Soil: Well-draining aroid mix with perlite
• Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); keep away from cold drafts
• Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer

Ships healthy in a nursery pot. Toxic to pets and humans if ingested.