How to tend a Philodendron sanguineum

Also known as: Philodendron daemonum Liebm., Philodendron ghiesbrechtii Linden ex Engl., Philodendron ilsemanii Sander, Philodendron lancigerum Standl. & L.O.Williams, Philodendron sanguineum Regel, Philodendron tanyphyllum Schott, Philodendron tuxtlanum G.S.Bunting

Watering

Likes wet environments, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Resistant to shade, put in places with scattered light

Soil

Slightly acidic soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead, rotten, diseased leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Solomon Islands
Category
Araceae, Philodendron
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, can climb
Blooming period
Foliage plants, viewing period year around
Flower colors
Leaf color green, dark red
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