Blushing Philodendron. An attractive foliage plant with large glossy leathery leaves which are purple underneath. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 1.4m. Flowers May to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C. Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Philodendron erubescens
An attractive foliage plant with large glossy leathery leaves which are purple underneath
Additional information
| Generic | Philodendron |
|---|---|
| Species | erubescens |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Blushing Philodendron |
| Flower Colour | red, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 2.5m |
| Family | Araceae |
| Spread | 1.4m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, purple |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Keep just moist in winter, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Provide support |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
| Pruning | Cut back all shoots to encourage replacement growth |
| Pruning Time | Late winter |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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