philodendron moonlight houseplant Philodendron 'Moonlight' – Shop Reptifiles

Species Name: Philodendron sp. (Hybrid) 

Common Name: Moonlight Philodendron 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Hybrid species of philodendron requiring moderate care
• New leaves emerge in a captivating neon green and transition to a deeper light green with age 
• Low-growing but bushy plant 

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): 65-78°

Humidity: Moderate (30-70%)

Watering Frequency: Moderate. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry.

Lighting: Partial Shade

Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Moderate - Fast 

Height at Maturity: 20-24 inches

Origin: Latin America

Regional Locality: Epiphytic in its native range

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Care Notes: Heavy water needs but drought tolerant plant. When watering, water heavily before letting the soil dry out again. 

*Philodendrons are toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it.

For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

 The plant pictured is in a 2.5 inch pot.