Philodendron Micans - Micans Philodendron

Ed's Plant Shop  |  SKU: EDS00000900

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$19.99
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Description

Micans Philodendron: Velvet Elegance for Your Home

Why the Micans Philodendron is a Must-Have Plant

The Micans Philodendron is cherished for its soft, velvety leaves and trailing vines. Its dark green to purple leaves offer a unique texture, making it an elegant addition to any indoor space. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned plant parents, this philodendron is easy to care for and adds instant sophistication to your collection.


Micans Philodendron Plant Profile

  • Botanical Name: Philodendron
  • Pronunciation: fil-oh-DEN-dron 
  • Common Name: Philo micans, Micans, Velvet-leaf Philodendron, Heart-leaf philodendron
  • Family: Araceae
  • Native Range: Native to the Caribbean and Mexico

Micans Philodendron Care Guide

  • Care Level: Easy
  • Light: Prefers bright light for best growth. Avoid direct sunlight as the leaves may burn and dry out quickly.
  • Water: Water when soil is dry. Water from above and allow the water to drain out the drainage holes. Avoid over-watering. When underwatered, the leaves will begin to droop.
  • Humidity: Appreciates humid environment. Can tolerate average household humidity. Will maintain their best appearance when placed next to a humidifier or in a humid environment during the dry winter months. 
  • Temperature: 60-75F for optional growth. Avoid cold drafts. Avoid placing next to heating or air conditioning vents.
  • Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves and control growth.
  • Feeding: Fertilize with an all-purpose liquid plant food during spring and summer. 
  • Propagation: Easily propagated from stem cuttings in water or soil
  • Growth: Known to be a slow grower
  • Pests: Generally not subject to pests. Look out for fungus gnats.
  • Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

Fun Fact: A Living Velvet

The Micans Philodendron is often called the "velvet leaf philodendron" due to the velvety texture of its leaves. This unique characteristic gives it an almost luxurious, fabric-like feel, setting it apart from other trailing houseplants.

History of the Micans Philodendron: From the Wild to Your Living Room

The Micans Philodendron is a cultivar of Philodendron hederaceum, native to Central and South America. Though the species has been known for centuries, the Micans variety gained popularity among indoor plant enthusiasts in the 1990s, thanks to its appealing, velvet-like leaves and ease of care. Its ability to thrive indoors made it a favorite in modern homes and offices.

Grow Like A Pro With Our Advanced Micans Philodendron Care Guide

Want to help your Micans Philodendron thrive? Check out our expert-written Philodendron Care Guide for everything you need to know—from watering tips to creating the perfect environment. Your plant will thank you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Shipping

How do you ship your plants?

We carefully package each plant with love by hand right from our shop in Brooklyn. Extra steps are taken to ensure that every leaf arrives in pristine shape by using polyfill and encapsulating the plant in a protective paper sleeve. The soil is also hydrated before shipping so that the plant has plenty of water for it's travel to your doorstep. We offer several shipping speeds, so please choose the one that you feel comfortable with depending on your location. 

Will my plant look like the one on the website?

Awesome question, we're glad you asked. Given the nature of our plant shop, we're constantly moving plants in and out of the shop, making it difficult and borderline impossible to keep an exact picture of each plant. In addition to the constantly rotating crop, we often grow in batches of 6, 12, or sometimes more! With this quantity we are unable to take a photo of each and every plant. The photos that we attach to each product listing is going to be of a plant that represents the average size and fullness of that set of plants. Some may be slightly larger or smaller, but in general, similar.

Do you include heat packs with your plants?

We offer Heat Packs for sale separately from the plants in 40, 60 and 72 hour increments. Please add a heat pack or two to your order if you live in an area where your order may be affected during transit by cold temperatures. We are not responsible for orders that are placed and damage is incurred to the plant if a heat pack is not purchased.

Which heat pack should I choose?

Heat packs come in three different increments, so please choose the appropriate hour increment depending on the speed of shipping that you choose during checkout. For example, if you choose a cheaper shipping option that will take longer, please select the 72 hour heat pack. If you've chosen a shorter method of shipping, the 40 or 60 hour increment would work! We like to encourage our customers to always get more than you need, just to be on the safe side!

How long will it take to receive my order?

Standard shipping normally takes 3-5 days. Next day shipping is available on all domestic orders (for an additional charge). International shipping times depend on the products and destination (estimated at checkout).

Do you offer express shipping?

All orders are shipped 5-8 business days from the date it is placed. Please note that as a small plant shop, we do everything in our power to get orders out as fast as we can in the order that they come in. If you have circumstances that require expedited fulfillment, please connect with you and we can potentially offer options. 

What countries do you ship to?

We ship our selection of rare, healthy, and unique houseplants all across the United States including California. At this time, due to customs and agricultural limitations, we are unable to ship plants internationally from the United States.

Returns and Refunds

How do I return a product?

Items must be returned within 30 days after receiving your order. Items must be returned in the same condition in which they were received, be unworn/unused, have any tags still attached, and include all the original packaging.

How long will it take to receive my refund?

Refunds are processed within 7 days from when we receive the item(s).

What should I do if my plant arrives in poor shape? 

In the extremely unlikely event that your plant arrives in less than perfect condition, you're covered by our 15-day plant health guarantee. Simply snap a photo of your plant and send it over to us. We'll happily take a peek and offer suggestions on how to perk it back up, offer a store credit, or send a replacement. We like to make it as easy as possible!

Can I return or exchange a plant?

At this time, we do not accept returns on plants. In extreme circumstances where a return of a plant is necessary, the customer is responsible for the return shipping and a refund will only be issued if the plant arrives back to us in living condition.