Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'
Ring of Fire Philodendron
Typical UK price
£21
Price by size
- Sold, 90 days
- 0
- Middle half
- -
- Last sold
- 3 Jul 2026
- On record
- 1
- Sale
- Typical
- Middle half
- Estimate
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About Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'
Ring of Fire stands out even among variegated Philodendron for its foliage shape as much as its colour, with deeply sawtooth-edged, serrated leaf margins splashed with orange, yellow, and red variegation in irregular sectors. The jagged silhouette is a clear nod to its tortum parentage, while the fiery colour patterning is what earns the cultivar its name. It's a climbing hybrid that produces steadily more pronounced leaf serration as it matures, and variegation intensity varies from plant to plant and even leaf to leaf on the same specimen.
Native range
Horticultural hybrid, commonly cited as a cross of Philodendron wendlandii and Philodendron tortum (wendlandii is not otherwise catalogued here, so no direct parentage link is shown).
Classification
- Genus
- Philodendron
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Hybrid
- Growth habit
- Climbing on aerial roots
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Deeply sawtooth-edged, pinnatifidFoliage deeply lobed in a feather-like pattern, but not cut all the way to the central vein.
- Leaf length
- 20-30 cm
- Leaf width
- 10-18 cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, reddish tones
- Venation
- PinnateVeins or lobes arranged like a feather, branching out symmetrically on both sides of a single main central vein., prominent
- Texture
- Semi-glossy
- Variegation
- Irregular sectors of orange, yellow, and red overlaying the green sawtooth-edged blade; expression varies plant to plant and leaf to leaf
- Growth habit
- Climbing
Recent UK sales
For sale in the UK
UK shops
| Shop | Stock | Checked | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Root Houseplants established plant | In stock | 16 Oct 2026 | £11 |
By month
| Month | Median | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | £21 | 1 |
Before you buy
- Check the leaf margin for genuine deep sawtooth serration, not just shallow lobing; this jagged edge, inherited from its tortum-type parentage, is a core identifying trait
- Variegation expression varies plant to plant and even leaf to leaf on the same specimen; ask for photos of multiple leaves rather than judging from a single leaf
- This is a climbing hybrid; check for a healthy node and aerial root growth if buying a cutting
- Given the wide spread in sold prices for this cultivar, compare several listings before paying a premium for a single photographed leaf
Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' care
- Substrate
- A well-aerated aroid mix composed of bark, perlite, and a moisture-retaining element like coco coir supports the climbing habit and prevents root suffocation. Avoid heavy, peat-based composts that remain persistently waterlogged.
- Watering
- Allow the top third of the soil to dry completely before watering again. Maintaining an even moisture level without waterlogging is necessary to prevent rot and support steady growth.
- Humidity
- Moderate to high humidity between 55–70% is required. Consistently low ambient humidity will often lead to stuck leaves or browned edges as new foliage attempts to unfurl.
- Feeding
- Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser at half strength every two weeks during the growing season. Reduce feeding to a monthly schedule or pause entirely during winter when growth slows.
- Repotting
- Repot every one to two years when the roots fill the current container, opting for a pot one size larger. Provide a sturdy moss pole or trellis at the time of repotting to support the climbing aerial roots.
Common problems
Loss of variegation
Cause: Insufficient light levels resulting in the plant reverting to entirely green foliage to maximise photosynthesis.
Fix: Relocate the plant to a position with brighter indirect light to encourage the return of the orange, yellow, and red sectors.
Root rot
Cause: Overwatering combined with a dense substrate that lacks adequate drainage.
Fix: Remove the plant from its pot, trim away mushy or darkened roots, and repot into a fresh, well-aerated aroid mix.
Deformed or torn new leaves
Cause: Low humidity causing the deeply serrated new foliage to stick in the cataphyll as it emerges.
Fix: Increase ambient humidity above 55% and avoid manually pulling stuck leaves, which often causes mechanical damage.
Gear for this plant
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Humidity Dome, Heavy-Duty Germination KitVented propagation dome for holding humidity around fresh cuttings.
How to propagate Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Air layering. Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Moderate. Rewards a consistent watering and light routine, but tolerates the occasional lapse. Suited to growers with some houseplant experience.
- Time to establish
- 3–6 months
- Notes
- Stem cuttings with at least one node and a visible aerial root can be propagated in damp sphagnum moss or perlite. Since variegation expression varies significantly between leaves, select cutting material from a section of the stem that displays a balanced mix of colour to encourage well-patterned new growth.