Emerald Philodendron
488.0 AED
Botanical name:- Emerald Philodendron / Philodendron Erubescens.
Scientific name | Philodendron Erubescens |
Name | Emerald Philodendron |
Watering | Once per week and keep moist |
Pests | Spider mites, mealybugs, scale and thrips |
Pet friendliness | Toxic to pets and humans |
Light | Bright, indirect light |
Temperature | 18-24 °C |
Humidity | 50-60% mist if needed |
Pot requirement | Good drainage and repot every 1-2 years |
Plant height | Up to 90 cm |
Potting mix | Potting soil / Red soil / Manure / Perlite |
Nutrition | Apply manure once in fortnight and NPK in next fortnight |
Pruning and training | Remove dead and diseased leaves with sterile shears |
Flower color and season | N/A |
Description | Philodendron erubescens – Red Emerald Philodendron is a strong species of Philodendron. It belongs to the family of ‘Araceae’. Native origin to Central and South America. They are the red variety of the Philodendron Erubescens. Entire parts of this plant are poisonous, due to the content, calcium oxalate crystals in them. Any kind of ingestion, would lead to intense burning sensation inside mouth, lips, tongues and even some symptoms like excessive drooling or difficulty in swallowing could occur. Therefore, it’s not safe to keep them nearby children or pets. |
Additional information
Size | 70cm – 90cm |
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