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Philodendron 'pink princess'

Philodendron erubescens

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Philodendron 'pink princess'
Photo by Cliff from Arlington, Virginia, USA · CC BY

How to care

Philodendron erubescens, also known as the Red Emerald Philodendron, is a popular houseplant known for its striking red stems and lush green leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. This plant prefers a well-draining potting mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Light Preference

  • Part Shade
  • Full Shade

Propagation

  • Cutting
  • Division

Life Cycle

Perennial

Lives for more than two years.

Hardiness Zone

9b

-3.9°C – -1.1°C

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Leaves

  • Evergreen
  • Green Dark
  • Pink
  • Unusual Foliage Color
  • Variegated

Toxic to

  • Whole plantCatsModerate · Ingestion
  • Whole plantDogsModerate · Ingestion
  • Whole plantHumansMild · Eye contact
  • Whole plantHumansMild · Ingestion
  • Whole plantHumansMild · Skin contact

Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.

Taxonomy

Order
Alismatales
Family
Araceae
Genus
Philodendron

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