Philodendron squamiferum

Also Known As

Red Bristle Philodendron

Plant type

perennial, vine, aroid

size

H: 6'-60'
W: 1'-6'

planting zones

10b-12

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Philodendron squamiferum plant details

Philodendron squamiferum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid vine with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philodendron squamiferum

Plant type: perennial aroid vine
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philodendron squamiferum

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leathery lobed leaves with unusually fuzzy maroon petioles, though emerges green. Low vining habit. Leaf lobes become more prominent with age.

By: The Other Side Nursery

Philodendron squamiferum, or Red Bristle Philodendron, displays dark green, split lobe, leathery leaves with fuzzy red petioles. A fast growing vine that needs support to climb. Very tolerant of home conditions. Philodendron are best grown in fertile, organic, acidic soil that is moist but never waterlogged. Allow the soil to mostly dry out between watering. Prefers bright, indoor light but does not take well to direct sunlight. Protect your plant from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

RED BRISTLE PHILODENDRON - A self heading philodendron with long red bristled petioles and deeply 5 lobed medium green leaves up to 18" long. The bristles turn red as the leaf ages. Bristles are soft non spiny. Likes part sun to shade, let dry between waterings, min. temp 55 degrees. Easy care houseplant.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

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Photo of Philodendron squamiferum foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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Gardening facts about Philodendron squamiferum plant

How to Grow Philodendron squamiferum

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant