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Philodendron x erubescens Cherry Red

Philodendron x erubescens Cherry Red

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With its intense red young foliage featuring metallic hues and colourful stems, this Philodendron is a botanical gem that brightens up any interior. This fairly easy to care for variety thrives in bright light, but without direct sunlight, with moderate watering, in a slightly humid atmosphere. Its compact habit makes it suitable for decorating living rooms, offices or temperate conservatories.
Watering frequency
Moderate (once a week)
Indoor exposure
Indirect bright light
Benefits and advantages
Jungle effect
Benefits and advantages
Graphic foliage
Benefits and advantages
Colourful foliage

Description

Philodendron 'Cherry Red' is a houseplant that stands out for its colourful and changing foliage, with an almost "metallic" appearance. Its leaves are an intense cherry red when young and gradually turn green. Adopt this variety in a contemporary or eclectic setting, in the living room or your office. Sought after by plant decor enthusiasts, this "philo" will bring great satisfaction if its growing conditions are met: bright light without direct sunlight, good ambient humidity, and temperatures between 18 and 25°C.

Philodendron 'Cherry Red' belongs to the Araceae family. It is a hybrid cultivar, obtained through horticultural selection, likely derived from Philodendron erubescens (the "blushing philodendron"). This perennial plant has a compact clumping habit, composed of leaves beautifully arranged in a "vase" shape. It typically reaches a height of 40 to 60 cm and a similar spread at maturity. Its heart-shaped, glossy-textured leaves measure about 20 cm long. They emerge in a vibrant red hue, evolving into bronze tones, then green as they mature. The entire plant then presents a lovely multicoloured appearance. The growth of this variety is considered moderate. Indoor flowering is rare and insignificant, with small, greenish flowers. Be aware, all parts of the Philodendron 'Cherry Red' are toxic if ingested, so it is recommended to keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Philodendron 'Cherry Red' adapts to various rooms in the home, such as the living room, office, or bedroom, where it adds a beautiful splash of colour. Pair it with a Nephrolepis exaltata (Boston Fern), with its arching fronds, or with Alocasia 'Polly', with its white-veined leaves, which thrives under the same conditions.

 

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Foliage

Foliage colour red
Foliage persistence Evergreen

Plant habit

Growth habit Dressed, Bushy
Height at maturity 75 cm
Spread at maturity 90 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Philodendron

Species

x erubescens

Cultivar

Cherry Red

Family

Araceae

Origin

South America

Safety measures

Potential risks Plant that can cause skin and mucous membrane reactions
Toxic plant
Irritating sap
Product reference23669

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Location

Avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burns on the Philodendron Cherry Red. Maintain a stable temperature between 18 and 25°C, without sudden fluctuations, and never below 15°C. Also, avoid exposing it to draughts. It pairs well with contemporary, modern, or even bohemian décor styles. Placed in a decorative ceramic or metal pot, on a shelf or coffee table, it will earn you compliments from your visitors!

Location

Indoor exposure Indirect bright light
For which room? Office, Lounge, Bedroom, Veranda
Growth habit Dressed, Bushy
Height at maturity 75 cm
Spread at maturity 90 cm
Growth rate normal
Low temperature tolerance >15°C (greenhouse), >20°C (tropical greenhouse)
Humidity level High (60-80%)

Maintenance and care

Allow the compost to dry out on the surface between waterings. Reduce the frequency in winter.

Potting advice, substrates and fertilisers

Repot preferably in spring, every 2 to 3 years, or when the roots start to outgrow the pot. Use a slightly larger container.
Use a well-draining compost enriched with organic matter, a light mix with clay pebbles for good drainage
Apply a liquid fertiliser for houseplants (NPK 10-10-10) every 4 weeks, from spring to autumn.

Houseplant care

Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to promote photosynthesis and inspect the plant regularly to detect pests or diseases early.
Remove damaged leaves regularly to promote healthy growth.

Disease and pest advice

In case of scale insects, clean the leaves with a cloth soaked in soapy water and apply an appropriate organic treatment.

Maintenance and care

Watering frequency Moderate (once a week)
Fogging 2 to 3 times a week
Type of soil Draining soil
Pests and diseases Mealybugs, Aphids, Rots
Susceptibility to diseases Medium
Ease of cultivation Beginner

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