Red Emerald Philodendron

Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald'

Red Emerald Philodendron

3.0 Collector Rating

Quick Facts

growth HabitClimbing hemiepiphyte
mature SizeMedium to Large climber
lightMedium to bright indirect light
humidityModerate humidity (50-70%)
temperature18-28°C
difficultyEasy
growth SpeedFast
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Cultivar Selection£ · CommonHighHorticultural cultivar of the species native to Colombia.

Morphology

leaf ShapeArrow-shaped, sagittate
leaf Length20-35 cm
leaf Width12-20 cm
petiole ColorDeep burgundy-red
venationPinnate, subtle
textureGlossy, leathery
variegationN/A
growth HabitClimbing on aerial roots

About

Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald' is one of the longest-standing cultivars in cultivation, valued for the vivid contrast between its deep emerald-green leaves and the burgundy-red new growth, petioles and stems. Each unfurling leaf emerges wrapped in a papery red cataphyll before opening to reveal a glossy, arrow-shaped blade with a subtle red blush along the margin. It is a vigorous climber that will happily scale a moss pole or trellis, and its long history in cultivation has made it one of the most reliable and widely available red-toned Philodendrons for any collection.

Native Range

Colombia

Collector Popularity Review

Aroid Atlas Collector Review: Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald' (Red Emerald Philodendron) is ranked as Common rarity on the market. Rating is calculated based on overall cultivation difficulty, aesthetic appeal, and search popularity among active collectors.

Score: 3.0 / 5.0Based on collector index metrics

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