Philodendron Red Emerald is native to parts of Brazil and is popular for the red tinge it has on the foliage, which makes it stand out from the other houseplants!
This climbing houseplant is famous for its rich red wine trailing stems that can make a charming addition to your indoor garden.
The Red Emerald is called Philodendron Pepermonia, and the plant should not be confused with the Imperial Red Philodendron. They both have the same shaped leaves and rich dark wine red vines. However, the Red Emerald is a climbing plant, while the Imperial Red grows like a bush.
Growing Philodendron Red Emerald from cuttings is really easy. Snip a 5-6 inches cutting from a healthy plant and plant it in a well-draining potting mix.
Water well and keep it where it gets bright but indirect light. For best results, do it in spring or summer. It will form new growth within 2-4 weeks.
Philodendron Red Emerald can do well in the mix of shade and light, but expose it to the mild morning sun for 2-3 hours to enrich the red colors on the veins and leaves.
Avoid exposing it directly to the afternoon sun for long hours, as it will burn the foliage.
Use a well-draining growing medium rich in organic matter to grow Philodendron Red Emerald. Adding a bit of compost and coco peat in the mix will also help.
It grows best in the temperature range of 64-86°F or 18-30°C. Avoid exposing it to temperatures lower than 50F (10C). Also, keep it away from cold windows, drafts, or vents.
The plant is not an aggressive grower, so don’t worry about feeding it much. To boost the growth, use a balanced liquid fertlizer, diluted to 1/4 of its strength, once in 6-8 weeks. Avoid feeding the plant in winter.
Prune it to maintain it at a desired shape and size. Use clean
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