Form
Broad blades open successively around a short central axis, forming a compact self-heading rosette.
Philodendron 'Cherry Red' 12cm
Normal price
€17,00
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Philodendron ‘Cherry Red’
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- Cherry-red new growth
- Bronze transitions
- Deep mature green
- Compact self-heading crown
- Continual colour evolution
Philodendron ‘Cherry Red’ presents a small colour performance with every new flush: blades open cherry red, pass through bronze and copper, then settle into deep glossy green. Because all stages remain visible around the compact crown, the plant always looks lively and layered. Its full self-heading form brings immediate tropical intensity to a console, low cabinet or bright corner without needing to spread through the room.
The contrast between the warm centre and mature green outer leaves creates natural depth, like successive rings of colour. Against pale timber, cherry tones feel warmer; against charcoal or matte black, they gain a crisp almost sculptural intensity well suited to contemporary interiors.
What makes it special
Cherry-red new blades, bronze transitions and a dense green base create a crown that changes colour as it matures.
Colour
Cherry red new growth shifts through copper and bronze before maturing to deep green.
Texture
The smooth glossy surface reflects light and makes warm colour transitions clearer.
Why you’ll love it: it keeps several ages and shades visible in one crown, providing continual colour without losing its compact line.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
On a plant stand or broad side table where the rosette has room to open. A plain pot in cream, charcoal or deep green keeps attention on the foliage’s changing colours.
Plants that complement it
Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.
- Aglaonema ‘Silver Bay’ — a cool silver centre against warm new growth.
- Philodendron hederaceum ‘Brasil’ — heart-shaped trailing foliage in green and lime.
- Phlebodium aureum ‘Blue Star’ — blue-green lobes with an airy texture.
Care at a glance
Light
Bright, indirect light. Variegated forms need steady light without harsh sun.
Water
When the top 2–4 cm are dry. Water thoroughly and let all excess drain away.
Atmosphere
Moderate to higher humidity and roughly 18–29°C, away from cold or hot draughts.
Pets
Not safe to chew. It contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals.
Chosen for this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail
Light and position
Keep it near an east-facing or bright north-facing window, or behind a sheer curtain. Low light reduces leaf size and variegation, while harsh sun can scorch pale tissue.
Correct watering
Check the mix before every watering and wait until the top 2–4 cm are dry. Water evenly, let it drain and never leave water standing in the cover pot.
Air humidity
It adapts to average household humidity, but steady humidity and gentle air movement support cleaner edges and smoother unfurling.
Temperature
An ideal range is roughly 18–29°C. Avoid cold glass, air-conditioner draughts and sudden changes that slow growth.
Substrate
Use an airy aroid mix with ample pore space around the roots and moderate moisture retention. Unrestricted drainage is essential.
Nutrition and repotting
During active growth, use a balanced liquid feed at the label rate and only on already moist substrate. Repot when roots fill the pot, moving up by one size.
Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection
Natural range
‘Cherry Red’ is a cultivated selection rather than a botanical species with its own natural range.
Habitat
Wild relatives in the genus Philodendron live in tropical America, often in the humid lower forest layer.
Botanical identity
‘Cherry Red’ circulates as a cultivated selection within the genus Philodendron. Its particular parents have not been published with the trade name.
From natural habitat to care: The genus’s tropical origin explains the preference for steady warmth, aerated roots and a bright diffused position away from harsh midday sun.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage
Anthocyanins create the cherry colour
Red pigments are especially visible in the new blade and temporarily overlay the green of chlorophyll.
Colour changes as the leaf hardens
As the blade matures, visible chlorophyll increases and the leaf shifts from red through bronze to green.
Self-heading growth has short internodes
Successive nodes remain close, gathering leaves into a dense crown rather than a long climbing stem.
Tissues contain calcium oxalate
Raphides are defensive crystals and can cause marked irritation in the mouth and digestive tract.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.
01 Why does the red leaf turn green?
The transition is a normal part of maturation. Red pigments dominate the new blade and gradually give way to bronze and deep green.
02 What do several yellow leaves mean?
One old lower leaf may age normally. Several at once call for checks of moisture, drainage, light and root condition before adding water.
03 Does it need support?
Climbing stems benefit from slim firm support, while trailing growth tends to retain smaller leaves. Secure only the stem and leave petioles free.
04 Why is a new leaf stuck?
An abrupt humidity change, dry roots or cold can hinder unfurling. Stabilise conditions and never pull the soft blade.
05 How do I take a cutting?
Cut a healthy stem section with at least one node and an active growth point. A single leaf without a node cannot produce a new plant.
06 Is it safe for pets and children?
Not for chewing or ingestion. Insoluble calcium oxalate raphides can cause marked oral irritation.
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