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Philodendron erubescens
Product Code:
PLT-0174
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Red Congo
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$26.80
Bring instant drama to your space with Philodendron 'Red Congo'—a bold, upright aroid with deep red new leaves that mature into glossy, sculptural green. It looks premium, stays compact and tidy, and rewards you with strong color when placed in bright, indirect light. A perfect statement plant for reception areas, living rooms, and modern offices.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Red Congo Philodendron
Botanical Name: Philodendron erubescens 'Red Congo'
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Aroid)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0174
Alternative Names:
فيلو
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Philodendron
Species: Philodendron erubescens
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia in South America. Widely cultivated worldwide as an ornamental houseplant, particularly valued for its striking foliage.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves emerge deep red to burgundy, maturing to glossy, dark green with a slightly wavy, elliptic-ovate shape. Stems are upright and robust, often showing red tinges on petioles. New growth presents a sculptural appearance, adding dramatic texture to interiors.
5. Size & Dimensions
Upright growth habit reaching 60–120 cm in height indoors, with a spread of 45–60 cm. Individual leaves can attain lengths of 20–30 cm and widths of 10–15 cm.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Tolerates medium light but color intensity diminishes. Avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch foliage.
7. Watering Needs
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Maintain even moisture without waterlogging. Reduce frequency slightly in winter when growth slows.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, aerated mix composed of peat moss or coco coir, pine bark, and perlite (or orchid bark) in equal parts. pH preference is slightly acidic (5.5–6.5). Repot every 2 years or when rootbound, using a container with drainage holes.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature range: 18–27 °C (avoid below 16 °C). Prefers high humidity (60–80%). Benefit from regular misting or placement on a humidity tray in drier climates.
10. Fertilization
Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 or 20-20-20) at half strength every 4 weeks during spring and summer. Suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care level: Easy to moderate. Prune yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain appearance. Wipe foliage occasionally to remove dust. Support upright stems with a stake if necessary.
12. Growth & Propagation
Rapid grower under ideal conditions. Propagate via stem cuttings containing at least one node. Place cuttings in water or a moist rooting medium; roots develop in 2–4 weeks. Best conducted in spring or early summer.
13. Common Problems
Yellowing leaves often indicate overwatering or poor drainage. Brown leaf tips suggest low humidity or salt build-up. Susceptible to pests such as spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids; treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
14. Benefits & Uses
Serves as a striking ornamental specimen for homes, offices, and lobbies. Known to improve indoor air quality by filtering common volatile organic compounds. Provides bold textural contrast in plant displays.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by humans or pets, causing oral irritation, vomiting, and swelling. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Philodendron erubescens
$26.80
Bring instant drama to your space with Philodendron 'Red Congo'—a bold, upright aroid with deep red new leaves that mature into glossy, sculptural green. It looks premium, stays compact and tidy, and rewards you with strong color when placed in bright, indirect light. A perfect statement plant for reception areas, living rooms, and modern offices.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Red Congo Philodendron
Botanical Name: Philodendron erubescens 'Red Congo'
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Foliage houseplant (Aroid)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0174
Alternative Names:
فيلو
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Alismatales
Family: Araceae
Genus: Philodendron
Species: Philodendron erubescens
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia in South America. Widely cultivated worldwide as an ornamental houseplant, particularly valued for its striking foliage.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves emerge deep red to burgundy, maturing to glossy, dark green with a slightly wavy, elliptic-ovate shape. Stems are upright and robust, often showing red tinges on petioles. New growth presents a sculptural appearance, adding dramatic texture to interiors.
5. Size & Dimensions
Upright growth habit reaching 60–120 cm in height indoors, with a spread of 45–60 cm. Individual leaves can attain lengths of 20–30 cm and widths of 10–15 cm.
6. Light Requirements
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Tolerates medium light but color intensity diminishes. Avoid direct sun exposure, which can scorch foliage.
7. Watering Needs
Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil feels dry. Maintain even moisture without waterlogging. Reduce frequency slightly in winter when growth slows.
8. Soil & Potting
Use a well-draining, aerated mix composed of peat moss or coco coir, pine bark, and perlite (or orchid bark) in equal parts. pH preference is slightly acidic (5.5–6.5). Repot every 2 years or when rootbound, using a container with drainage holes.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature range: 18–27 °C (avoid below 16 °C). Prefers high humidity (60–80%). Benefit from regular misting or placement on a humidity tray in drier climates.
10. Fertilization
Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 or 20-20-20) at half strength every 4 weeks during spring and summer. Suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care level: Easy to moderate. Prune yellowing or damaged leaves to maintain appearance. Wipe foliage occasionally to remove dust. Support upright stems with a stake if necessary.
12. Growth & Propagation
Rapid grower under ideal conditions. Propagate via stem cuttings containing at least one node. Place cuttings in water or a moist rooting medium; roots develop in 2–4 weeks. Best conducted in spring or early summer.
13. Common Problems
Yellowing leaves often indicate overwatering or poor drainage. Brown leaf tips suggest low humidity or salt build-up. Susceptible to pests such as spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids; treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
14. Benefits & Uses
Serves as a striking ornamental specimen for homes, offices, and lobbies. Known to improve indoor air quality by filtering common volatile organic compounds. Provides bold textural contrast in plant displays.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; toxic if ingested by humans or pets, causing oral irritation, vomiting, and swelling. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Live plant guarantee: 7 days from delivery with proof of issue upon arrival; excludes damage from improper watering, sunburn, cold exposure, or pests introduced after delivery.
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