Blushing Philodendron

Philodendron erubescens K.Koch & Augustin

Vining Climber
Colorful New Growth

Pet & Human Safety

People: Not researchedPets: Toxic to dogs and cats

People: not researched yet.

Toxic to pets

Toxic to dogs and cats

NC State Extension states directly: this species 'contains calcium oxalate crystals causing low-severity poisoning. If ingested, mouth and stomach irritation. Sap may cause skin irritation. Toxic to cats, dogs, and children.' This is a species-specific statement, stronger evidence than a same-genus inference. The heartleaf philodendron entry in PlotAndPetal also has its own direct ASPCA species match, so the toxic pattern for this genus is now confirmed at the species level from two different sources across two different Philodendron species.

PlotAndPetal cannot tell you whether a plant you found can be eaten. Only someone who can see the plant can identify it.

Poison control

If someone has collapsed, cannot be woken, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing, call 911 now. For any other possible poisoning, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.

Emergency number source: U.S. federal law (47 U.S.C. § 251(e)(3)), read 2026-10-07.

Naturalist Lore

Historical Background & Breeding Lore

The history of this plant and its name, and how it was bred, where we have them.

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Care

Hardiness zones: Not checked yet
Mature size: Indoor specimens typically reach about 3 feet tall and 16 inches wide, though NC State notes it can grow up to 60 feet in its native rainforest habitat as a climber.
Family: Araceae (aroid family)
Where it comes from: Colombia (NC State Extension).

Soil & Drainage

Pruning & Flush Rhythm

Feeding Schedule

How to prepare the soil, when and what to feed, and how and when to prune where that applies.

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