Philodendron 'Congo Rojo'

Philodendron Congo Rojo 🌿❤️ is loved for its broad glossy leaves and rich red-toned new growth, giving it a bold tropical look that feels lush without needing a trailing vine or moss pole. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where the color stays richest and it can anchor a shelf, plant stand, or corner with its full upright shape. This is a generally easy plant that handles average indoor conditions well, as long as it is not left sitting in soggy soil. Pro tip: if the growth starts looking smaller or duller, move it a little closer to brighter light and let the top layer of soil dry before watering again 💧.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Philodendron ‘Congo Rojo’
🏷️ Common Names: Philodendron Congo Rojo, Red Congo Philodendron
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light; tolerates medium light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, self-heading foliage
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner
⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic if chewed or ingested by pets or people
🌎 Native Region: Cultivar of tropical Philodendron lineage

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