Philodendron erubescens Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Philodendron erubescens, known as Blushing philodendron, belongs to Philodendron in the Araceae family. This perennial plant is one of the most exotic and lovely plants with its striking leaves. Most Philodendrons prefer a loamy with well-drainage soil. This plant is best suited to grow in a humid area with indirect light to maintain its unique color.
Common Name |
Blushing philodendron, Red-Leaf philodendron
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron erubescens
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Philodendron erubescens Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron erubescens.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron erubescens needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron erubescens needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Philodendron erubescens Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron erubescens to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Philodendron erubescens prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 60%. |
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Philodendron erubescens Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron erubescens. |
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Suitability in pots |
4L
Philodendron erubescens plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 4L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Philodendron erubescens Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron erubescens plant. |
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Maximum Height |
720 Inches or
19 meters
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Spread |
23 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Burgundy Red
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Characteristics |
Plant of Merit
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron erubescens toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron erubescens can be poisonous if ingested by pets. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Patio And Containers
Hanging Baskets
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Philodendron erubescens Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron erubescens, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Philodendron erubescens Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron erubescens plant originated. |
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Country |
Colombia
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