Overview
Philodendron erubescens is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Philodendron, part of the Araceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Philodendron erubescens grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. It is low maintenance.
About
Philodendron erubescens, the blushing philodendron or red-leaf philodendron, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, native to Colombia. It is a robust evergreen climber growing to 3–6 m (10–20 ft), with red stems and heart-shaped leaves up to 40 cm (16 in) in length. The flowers are deep red, fragrant spathes up to 15 cm (6 in) long, in summer and autumn. It grows to around 2.5-4 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, carrying evergreen foliage. Grow it in partial shade and loam soil. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing and east-facing aspects.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Philodendron
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Philodendron erubescens size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Philodendron erubescens?
Philodendron erubescens prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Philodendron erubescens need?
Philodendron erubescens grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Philodendron erubescens grow?
Philodendron erubescens reaches a height of 2.5-4 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
More in the Philodendron genus
- Philodendron crassinerviumthick-veined philodendron
- Philodendron gloriosumglorious philodendron
- Philodendron camposportoanum