Description
Philodendron Rojo congo is a large evergreen perennial shrub species that produces big, attractive oval to lance-shaped leaves with fleshy red stems. This large plant is well-placed in big spaces and contrasts nicely with green foliage plants.
Its new leaves are chocolate brown to coppery red, maturing to dark green/green with a reddish tinge. The leaf stems are a bright red.
| Sr | Item name |
| 1 | Philodendron Red Congo - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
| Plant Height | 12 inch (30 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Congo Rojo , Red Congo , Congo Red |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 20 feet |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | Rarely flowers indoors |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Refer our Garden Guide for detailed procedures and meanings of words related to gardening.Sunlight
Keep the plant indoor or outdoor with bright indirect natural light or bright indirect artifical light.Protect the Philodendron plant from harsh direct sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage. It can grow well low direct sunlight.SoilThe soil should be well drained and fertile for growing Philodendron plant.WateringWater the plant when the topsoil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.Do not ever overwater the plant.Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season (April - August) feed the Philodendron plant with organic fertilizer once a month.Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.Re-pottingWhen a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.For re-potting procedure click here
Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.
Philodendron care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
Keep the plant in natural indirect bright Light.Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Water when top soil (1-2inches) feels dry to touch.Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it.
| Sunlight | At least 1-3 hours of preferably morning sunlight a day is ideal for plant to grow well and natural indirect bright light for the rest of the day. |
| Watering | Before water poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. |
| Soil | The soil should be well drained and fertile, rich in organic content for growing plant. |
| Temperature | 20 to 30 degree Celsius |
| Fertilizer | During the main growing season (June-July) feed the plant with organic fertilizer. |
Philodendron special feature
Excellent air purifier plant.
Philodendron uses
It makes an excellent container or house plant also preferred for mass planting and as specimen plant
