Philodendron, Blushing Philodendron, Red-Leaf Philodendron 'Pink Princess'

Philodendronerubescens

Family
Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus
Philodendron (fil-oh-DEN-dron)
Species
erubescens (er-yoo-BESS-kens)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Good Fall Color
Smooth
Textured
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Inconspicuous/none
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From leaf cuttings
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Ashdown, Arkansas

Lecanto, Florida

Miami, Florida

Naples, Florida

Sarasota, Florida

Payette, Idaho

Mount Vernon, Illinois

Deridder, Louisiana

Lake Charles, Louisiana

Northfield, Ohio

Hamburg, Pennsylvania

Mount Jewett, Pennsylvania

Port Arthur, Texas

Roanoke, Texas

Fairmont, West Virginia

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Gardener's Notes:

7
positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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M
Heathrow, FL | December 2012 | positive

Have it outside under an oak tree, has been in the ground for a year and doing fine. The colors are beautiful and is definitely a princes...Read More

C
Mount Vernon, IL | August 2011 | positive

I love this its beautiful! My had been huge and our puppy tore it to pieces! I thought it was done but I fertilized it and placed it in g...Read More

B
Irving, TX (Zone 8a) | September 2009 | positive

Cool and unique shady patio or houseplant for northerners. My plant would need recharging out in natural light following winter inside t...Read More

K
Laurel, DE (Zone 7a) | June 2008 | positive

I bought this plant as a tiny three-leaf cutting from Glass House Works in the spring of 2006. It was worth every penny (expensive!!!). ...Read More

C
DeRidder, LA (Zone 9a) | May 2007 | positive

This is a real beauty to grow! Adds a tropical look any where you place this philodendron. The only negatives I find with this plant is t...Read More

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Norfolk, VA (Zone 8a) | July 2006 | positive

Absolutely stunning leaves! Definitely a connoisseurs plant. Must be kept warm, any cold drafts will cause brown edges almost immediately...Read More

M
Aurora, TX (Zone 8a) | July 2005 | positive

A HARD, expensive plant to come by, but very rewarding. The coloring is just striking. I recommend acquiring this wonderful cultivar if you can!

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