Philodendron scandens Micans 12cm

🌿 Philodendron scandens ‘Micans’ Care Guide

The Philodendron Micans is a beloved trailing philodendron with velvety, iridescent leaves that shift between deep green, bronze, and soft copper depending on the light. Luxurious yet easygoing, it’s one of the most rewarding vines you can grow — perfect for shelves, hanging planters, or a climbing setup.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light

• Medium light tolerated, but colours deepen

• Low light = leggier growth

• Avoid direct sun on those velvet leaves

💧 Water

• Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil are dry

• Keep soil lightly moist, never soggy

• Use a well-draining mix (soil + perlite + bark)

• Droopy leaves = it’s thirsty

• Yellowing leaves = too much water

🌫️ Humidity

• Prefers moderate humidity (50–70%)

• Adaptable to normal indoor conditions

• Higher humidity promotes lush, fuller vines

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal range: 18–28°C

• Avoid cold drafts or temps below 15°C

🍽️ Feeding

• Feed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season

• Use a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer

• Pause feeding in winter

🌱 Growth Tips

• Trails beautifully or climbs for bigger leaves

• Pinch growing tips to encourage bushiness

• Rotate weekly to keep growth even

• Mildly toxic — keep away from pets

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The Micans is velvety, elegant, and wonderfully forgiving — a shimmering jewel of a vine that adds softness and warmth to any indoor jungle. A must-have for plant lovers of every level. 🌿🧡✨