They prefer the shade and don’t like to be overwatered.
Like other philodendrons,P.
erubescensis toxic to people and pets, so it should begrown in a safe location.
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Read on for our care guide.
Philodendron Erubescens Care
These are the main care requirements for growingP.
erubescens:
Light
P. erubescensis a shade-loving philodendron.
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These plants dislike bright sunlight and should not be exposed to full sun outdoors.
Indoors, an east-facing window with morning light would be a good situation.
Soil
Philodendron plants aren’t very particular about soil, and most standard potting mixes are suitable.
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The plant does best in a loamy, nutrient-rich, quick-draining soil.
Opt for a mixture with a neutral to acidic pH.
If the soil mix is too heavy, add a little sand.
Water
Water the plantwhen the surface of the soil is dry.P.
erubescensis drought-tolerant, but it doesn’t do well when overwatered, which can cause the plant to rot.
If there is too much water, the leaves will begin to turn yellow.
Opting for a pot with plenty of drainage holes combined with regular waterings is a great way to keepP.
Temperature and Humidity
Like other philodendrons,P.
Fertilizer
During the spring and summer growing seasons, fertilizeP.
erubescensone to two times a month with a regularhouseplant fertilizer.
For the amount to use, follow the product label instructions.
Fertilizer can be cut back to about once every other month during fall and winter.
The best time of the year to pruneP.
To prune a philodendron, make cuts using sharp, sterile scissors or pruning shears.
Propagating Philodendron Erubescens
Like most vining philodendrons,P.
erubescenscan easily bepropagated by cuttingsand division.
When taking a piece of the stem, verify to take a piece with multiple aerial roots.
Older plants will sprout aerial roots on their leaf nodes that simultaneously act as roots and grab onto surfaces.
Here’s how:
How to Grow Philodendron Erubescens From Seed
GrowingP.
erubescensfrom seed is a relatively simple process.
Here’s how:
Potting and Repotting Philodendron Erubescens
YoungerP.
erubescensplants are rampant growers.
You will likely need torepot your plantevery spring at the beginning of the growing season.
To encourage climbing, gently tie the main vine to the support and train it upward.
The hope is that it will eventually decide to grab onto the pole on its own.
Older plants are considerably harder to repot because of the climbing poles.
If you live in an area that doesn’t drop below 55 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter, yourP.
Gradually move your plant inside to a room with bright, indirect light and similar temperatures.
Once nighttime temperatures are above 55 degrees in the spring, your plant can be taken back outside.
If possible, identify any pest infestations as early as possible.
Treat pests on yourP.
What Do Philodendron Erubescens Blooms Look Like?
P. erubescensproduces deep red flowers that can be up to 6 inches long.
How to Encourage More Bloom
Philodendrons are not self-pollinating, so it’s necessary tohand pollinateyour indoorP.
erubescensplant to encourage blooming.
Keep your philodendron in a spot with consistently warm temperatures before its bloom time.
After the flowers bloom, they can be trimmed (or deadheaded) from the plant.
For example, an overwatered philodendron may develop yellow leaves due toroot rotor oversaturated leaves.
On the other hand, too much sun can also make the leaves begin to yellow.
Move your plant to a shadier spot or cut back on waterings based on its needs.
Brown Leaves
An underwatered philodendron may begin to turn brown on its leaves.
This appears as dark leaf spots or dark edges on the leaves.
Philodendrons have been known to live for up to 20 years when cared for properly.
By ensuring yourphilodendron erubescensstays healthy, this houseplant can grow for years to come.
