| Common Name | Congo Philodendron |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Philodendron |
| Species | Erubescens |
| Origin | Central and South America |
| Blooming | Rarely flowers indoors, occasional spathe in summer |
| Leaf Color | Deep green with red veins/stems |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage
Water when top 2cm of soil is dry; reduce in winter dormancy
Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun to prevent leaf scorch
Liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season (Spring-Summer)
Remove yellow or damaged leaves; trim aerial roots if necessary
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