Philodendron erubescens K.Koch & Augustin
| Etymology | Genus | Tree-loving |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Blushing, reddish | |
| Family | Araceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Blushing Philodendron, Red-leaf Philodendron | |
| Status | Exotic: Casual | |
| Form | Climber | |
| Native Distribution | Colombia | |
Diagnostics
A climber that is grown for its attractive leaves and red-purple colours that line the young leaves and petioles. The leaf has a distinct arrowhead shape. They are occasionally found growing casually in secondary forests, especially from past kampungs.
Climbers along Old Upper Thomson Road (2025).
Leaf.
Red petiole.
Siyang ·
2025-09-01 / Modified: 2026-02-18