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Philodendron Rojo Congo Pbr

What is the plant

‘Rojo Congo’ is a fantastic indoor plant that is extremely durable and low in maintenance. Also works well in protected gardens. The beautiful, large, glossy leaves have dark almost burgundy-coloured foliage and are perfect for creating a tropical atmosphere around shaded outdoor living areas. This stunning bold plant cleans the air while beautifying the surroundings. Information and picture are a guide only.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

-3°C - 10°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water the plant when the surface soil is dry. They're drought-tolerant but don'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.
Pruning
Philodendrons don't need to be pruned often, but they can sometimes get a little too large for their space or become long and leggy. The best time of the year to prune P. erubscens is during the spring or fall, though you can remove yellow leaves or trim thin growth at any time of year.
Fertilizer
Fertilize P. erubescens one to two times a month with a regular houseplant fertilizer.

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Sunlight
P. erubescens is a shade-loving philodendron. They dislike bright sunlight and should not be exposed to full sun outdoors. Indoors, an east-facing window with morning light would be a good solution. Don't let the suns rays touch the foliage; if several leaves turn yellow, it might be getting too much sunlight.
Soil
The plant does best in a loamy, nutrient-rich, quick-draining soil. If the soil mix is too heavy, add a little sand.
Temperature
Like other philodendron, the P. erubescens likes plenty of moisture and heat to thrive, although it can withstand shorter periods of cold if it's well-established. The plant thrives in temperatures between 55 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and does exceptionally well at regular room temperatures.

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Container
Younger plants are rampant growers and will likely need to be repotted every spring, at the beginning of the growing season. After its first year, when it's ready to climb (or even on its first repotting after sprouting), you'll want to provide some structure for it to climb.
Additional
All philodendrons are toxic to humans, cats and dogs, as it contains oxalate crystals. This can irritate the mouth and esophagus.
Popularity
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