Phytoremediation is a type of bioremediation, which refers to the usage of biological organisms for the removal of pollutants within their surroundings (Phillips, 2019). The benefits of phytoremediation make it an appealing alternative to treating polluted surroundings, especially for third-world countries like the Philippines. It is cost-effective, requires low maintenance, and is a method harmless to the environment (Tripathi, et al., 2020). Furthermore, an important part of the phytoremediation process is choosing the candidate plant based on factors that need to be properly assessed, such as its growth and uptake rate. Because phytoremediation relies on plants, it is also important to choose the right species for the process. According to Gunarathne, et al. (2020), utilizing invasive species with hyperaccumulation tendencies is beneficial for phytoremediation. Besides the appeal of utilizing invasive species for phytoremediation, choosing plants for the process requires weighing out other factors, such as the plant’s capability to grow easily and the plant’s high rate of uptake and tolerance (Saber, et al., 2018).In this study, the researchers utilized P. hederaceum, more commonly known as Heartleaf Philodendron, in removing copper (II) from water. This indoor plant comes from the Araceae family and is a climbing vine notably bearing shiny, heart-shaped leaves, as its name suggests. P. hederaceum is easy to maintain and grows quickly, and is propagated through stem cutting (Flora and Fauna Web, 2021).