Philodendron verrucosum Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Known for its eye-catching color, Philodendron verrucosum, also known as Ecuador philodendron, is a lovely houseplant for any home. Its large, heart-shaped leaves have a velvety texture adorned by green veins. Like other varieties, this plant naturally climbs upwards.
Common Name |
Ecuador Philodendron
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Plant Type
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Climbers
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Philodendron verrucosum
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Genus
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Philodendron
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Philodendron verrucosum Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Philodendron verrucosum.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Philodendron verrucosum needs water once every
7 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Philodendron verrucosum needs about 0.25 L per 7 days. |
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Philodendron verrucosum Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Philodendron verrucosum to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Philodendron verrucosum to thrive is between 50% and 80%. |
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Philodendron verrucosum Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Philodendron verrucosum. |
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Suitability in pots |
2L
Philodendron verrucosum plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 2L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Philodendron verrucosum Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Philodendron verrucosum plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
24 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Burgundy
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Philodendron verrucosum toxic to pets? |
Yes
Philodendron verrucosum can be toxic for human and your pets if ingested |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Coastal Garden
Patio And Containers
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Philodendron verrucosum Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Philodendron verrucosum, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Philodendron verrucosum Native Region |
Find out where the Philodendron verrucosum plant originated. |
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Country |
Colombia
Costa Rica
Panama
Peru
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