The Oxycardium Plant is a member of the Araceae family and is commonly known as the ‘Heartleaf Philodendron’, after its heart-shaped leaves, which are its most distinctive features.
Benefits of Oxycardium Plant
Air Purifier :
The Oxycardium Plant plays a big role in purifying the air inside our homes and workplaces. Its leaves effectively absorb common indoor pollutants such as formaldehyde making the air richer with oxygen.
Versatile :
The Oxycardium Plant can be trained to grow as a climbing vine or a trailing plant and looks stunning in interior decor.
Low Maintenance :
Oxycardium Plants are easy to grow and make an ideal choice for beginners and experienced plant enthusiasts.
Stress Reduction :
The Oxycardium plant is a beautiful foliage houseplant that can have stress-reducing effects, increasing overall well-being.
Care Tips For Oxycardium Plant
Watering :
Water the Oxycardium Plant when the soil is completely dry. Since the plant is mostly placed indoors, it may take a few days for the soil to become completely dry. Water during early morning or late evening hours.
Light :
Do not keep the Oxycardium Plant in direct sunlight as it will burn its leaves. Keep the plant in a medium or filtered light.
Placement :
Place the Oxycardium Plant in the east or north-facing place so that the morning sunlight can fall on it. You can also place the plant in hanging baskets.
Fertilisation :
Add fertilizers such as vermicompost every 2 months to balance the nutritional needs of the Oxycardium Plant plant. Keep tilling the soil to increase aeration.
Ideal Soil Mix :
The Oxycardium Plant requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter that does not retain much water. The ideal soil mix for this plant is, Cocopeat (50%) + Garden Soil (30%) + Vermicompost (20%) .
Pruning :
Pruning the Oxycardium Plant regularly will ensure that it has a bushier, healthier growth. The plant also grows faster when pruned.
Pest Control :
The Oxycardium Plant is susceptible to mealy bugs, aphids, scales, and spider mites However, spraying the plant with neem oil spray is a good precautionary measure.