Heartleaf Philodendron vs Scindapsus pictus

Side-by-side comparison

Light
Philodendron hederaceum
Bright indirect
Scindapsus pictus
Bright indirect
Water
Philodendron hederaceum
Moderate
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Difficulty
Philodendron hederaceum
Easy
Scindapsus pictus
Moderate
Toxic to Pets
Philodendron hederaceum
Scindapsus pictus
Family
Philodendron hederaceum
Araceae
Scindapsus pictus
Araceae

Philodendron hederaceum

Philodendron hederaceum, the heartleaf philodendron is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Central America and the Caribbean which is common in the houseplant trade....

Scindapsus pictus

Scindapsus pictus, commonly called satin pothos, silver pothos, or silver vine, is a species of flowering plant in the aroid or arum family, Araceae, native to Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java,...

Comparison Summary

Light
{"a":"Bright indirect","b":"Bright indirect"}
Water
{"a":"Moderate","b":"Moderate"}
Difficulty
{"a":"Easy","b":"Moderate"}
Toxic To Pets
{"a":"Yes","b":"No"}
Family
{"a":"Araceae","b":"Araceae"}
Max Height
{"a":"3-6 ft (trailing)","b":"Varies"}
Native Region
{"a":"Central America and the Caribbean which is common in the ...","b":"Bangladesh, Borneo, India, Java, Peninsular Malaysia, the..."}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is easier to care for, Heartleaf Philodendron or Scindapsus pictus?

For ease of care, Heartleaf Philodendron. Heartleaf Philodendron is easy difficulty while Scindapsus pictus is moderate difficulty.

Do Heartleaf Philodendron and Scindapsus pictus need the same light?

Heartleaf Philodendron prefers bright indirect while Scindapsus pictus prefers bright indirect. They have similar light needs.

Are Heartleaf Philodendron and Scindapsus pictus safe for pets?

Heartleaf Philodendron is toxic to pets and Scindapsus pictus is pet-safe.

Can I grow Heartleaf Philodendron and Scindapsus pictus together?

Yes, they have similar care needs and can be grown side by side.