How to care for philodendron brandtianum (philodendron brandi)
Philodendron brandtianum, aka philodendron brandi or silver leaf philodendron, is a lovely tropical plant that works well as both a hanging or a climbing plant. Philodendron brandi has olive green leaves in the shape of a heart that are marked by silver or white patches and stripes, giving it its name.
Philodendrons are known to actually clean its surroundings by removing pollutants and chemicals like formaldehyde from the air. Plants from the philodendron genus are also known to be the “easiest to grow and hardest to kill.” That makes the philodendron brandi ideal for a beginner or anyone looking to spruce up their home without too much effort!
The philodendron brandi can be found abundantly in Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, and Colombia. Brandi is really unique in that it can grow as an epiphyte (grows on other plants), hemiepiphyte (begins life as a seed on the ground), or terrestrial plant (grows on land). The plant’s height and leaf size depend largely on its environment, soil type, sunlight, and temperature. The more sunlight it receives, the larger the leaves will grow.
This tropical plant loves humidity. High humidity will allow its leaves to grow larger and more vibrant. You might need to artificially raise the humidity levels in your home, especially during the winter months when the air becomes dry. To do this, mist the plant’s leaves occasionally (but not too much, remember—bacteria!), place it on a pebble tray with water, or keep it near other plants.