Philodendron, Blushing Philodendron, Red-Leaf Philodendron 'Imperial Red'

Philodendron

Family
Araceae (a-RAY-see-ee)
Genus
Philodendron (fil-oh-DEN-dron)
Synonym
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Danger
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)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Seed Collecting
Light Shade
Fruit Shape
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Fruit Size
Scarlet (dark red)
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Fruit Colors
Mid Summer
Growing Habit
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Textured
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
From leaf cuttings
From softwood cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
By air layering
Disease Resistance
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
Awards (if applicable)
Patent expired
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Disease Resistance
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

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

Miami, Florida

Sebring, Florida

Venice, Florida

West Palm Beach, Florida

Gonzales, Louisiana

Austin, Texas

Plano, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
2
neutrals
0
negative
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Belfield, ND (Zone 4a) | May 2009 | neutral


Editor's Note

Plant Patent number 6337 has expired

M
(Zone 11) | June 2004 | neutral

The usual P. erubescens grow wild here, but only in the cool forests on the hills and mountains. It is found under high humid and lighten...Read More

I
Keizer, OR (Zone 8b) | October 2003 | positive

This is a nice addition to a subtropical landscape. The color is quite variable from one plant to another, however, lending some credence...Read More

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