🌿 Philodendron Oxycardium ‘Golden’
A striking indoor plant with bright, heart-shaped yellow-green leaves, perfect for hanging baskets, pots, or moss poles.
🔆 Light Requirements
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Ideal: Bright, indirect light to maintain its vivid golden color.
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Tolerates: Low light, but leaves may become more green.
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Avoid: Direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
💧 Watering
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Frequency: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
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Drainage: Ensure excess water drains out; do not let the plant sit in water.
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Tip: Water less frequently during winter.
🌱 Soil & Potting
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Soil Type: Loose, well-draining potting mix (a blend of peat, cocopeat, perlite, and compost works well).
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Pot Type: Use a container with drainage holes—ideal for hanging or trailing displays.
🌿 Fertilization
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When: Every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer.
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What: Use a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer.
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Note: No need to fertilize in winter months.
✂️ Pruning & Growth
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Growth Habit: Fast-growing, vining plant.
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Prune: Trim stems to encourage bushier growth and shape.
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Propagation: Easily propagated through stem cuttings in water or soil.
🪴 Humidity & Temperature
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Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally if air is dry.
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Temperature: Best between 18–30°C (65–85°F). Keep away from cold drafts.
⚠️ Toxicity
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Caution: Toxic if ingested by pets or humans; may cause irritation. Keep out of reach of pets and small children.
✅ Why It’s Great for Indoor Spaces
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Low-maintenance and adaptable
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Air-purifying qualities
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Eye-catching, golden foliage
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Ideal for hanging baskets, shelves, or trained on a moss stick
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