Add a burst of color to your indoor jungle with Philodendron ‘Sun Red.’ Fresh leaves emerge blazing red before maturing into lush, deep green—creating a living gradient that evolves over time. Its compact, upright habit makes it perfect for desks, shelves, or as a tabletop focal point. Stunning New Growth: Bright crimson foliage on emerging leaves fades to rich emerald, offering continuous visual interest. Compact & Upright: Reaches 12–18″ tall at maturity, ideal for small spaces and container displays. Easy Care: Thrives in bright, indirect to medium light; water when the top 1″ of soil dries. Durable Aroid: A hardy cultivar that tolerates average home humidity and temperatures from 65–80°F. Straight from the Grower: Ships in a 4″ nursery pot with drainage—ready to style in your favorite decorative planter. Plant Profile Botanical Name: Philodendron selloum ‘Sun Red’ Family: Araceae Origin: Modern cultivar selected for its red juvenile foliage Care Guide Light: Bright, indirect or medium light; avoid scorching direct sun (old leaves may show light bleaching). Water: Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged—allow the top inch to dry between waterings. Humidity: Adapts to normal home levels; benefits from occasional misting. Temperature: Best in 65–80°F (18–27°C); protect from drafts and dips below 60°F. Soil: Use a well-draining aroid or houseplant mix with perlite or orchid bark. Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer. Propagation: Easily propagated via stem cuttings with aerial roots or nodes. Toxicity: Toxic if ingested—keep out of reach of pets and children. Note: Slight sun bleaching on older leaves can occur if exposed to stronger light—this is normal and does not harm the plant.
