SPECIMEN NO. #107
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Araceae
Philodendron hederaceum hederaceum
Common Name: Velvet Leaf Philodendron
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Philodendron' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Medium to Bright
Minimum Light Requirement
1000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
3500 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope
16°C – 30°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
55% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
7228286
Native Biogeographical Range
Caribbean; Middle America; Oceania; South America