{"product_id":"philodendron-4in-serpens-86642","title":"Philodendron, 4in, Serpens","description":"Philodendron serpens is a rare and highly sought-after climbing aroid known for its dramatic \"fuzzy\" appearance.\r\nHairy Petioles: The most distinctive feature is its petioles (leaf stalks), which are densely covered in soft, recurved brown or reddish hairs. These hairs serve to trap pests in the wild.\r\nLeaf Shape: It features elongated, heart-shaped or arrowhead leaves that can grow quite large as the plant matures. Mature leaves often display subtle ribbing and a deep green sheen.\r\nGrowth Habit: True to its name (serpens meaning \"creeping\" or \"crawling\"), it is a hemiepiphytic climber that develops best when provided with vertical support like a moss pole. \r\nLight: Requires bright, indirect light. Avoid harsh direct sun, which can damage the delicate velvety leaves.\r\nWatering: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out before watering thoroughly. It is sensitive to overwatering; yellowing leaves often indicate a lack of proper drainage.\r\nHumidity: Thrives in high humidity (60%–80% is ideal), though it can acclimate to average household levels if consistent. Low humidity may cause new leaves to get stuck while emerging.\r\nSubstrate: Use a chunky, well-aerated aroid mix containing orchid bark, perlite, and charcoal.\r\nSafety: This plant is toxic to pets and humans if ingested.","brand":"Vermeer Greenhouses (Welland) Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49706434134256,"sku":"49854","price":16.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/3617\/4760\/files\/49854-1.jpg?v=1767723426","url":"https:\/\/floralacres.ca\/products\/philodendron-4in-serpens-86642","provider":"Floral Acres Greenhouse \u0026 Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}