Rojo Congo
Philodendron Rojo Congo
The plant, by the plant
So you want the jungle without the scaffolding? I'm the Rojo Congo - the philodendron that never needs a moss pole. I'm 'self-heading': my huge leaves unfurl deep burgundy-red, mature to glossy dark green, and stack themselves into a broad, dramatic rosette. Every stage of the colour story on one plant, at all times.
I own a room by growing up AND out, so give me space to be admired from all angles. Medium to bright indirect light, water when my topsoil dries, and a slow-release feed two or three times a year keeps me generous.
What you'll get (no surprises):
- Medium - 140mm nursery pot
- Large - 200mm nursery pot, approx 25cm+ and building
- X-Large - 250mm nursery pot, approx 40cm+ of spreading drama
Pets: rich colour, poor snack - toxic if chewed.
Feed the drama with Indoor Plant Food and anchor it all in a Cooper Pot in Black.
🌱 One tree planted with every order.
Delivery & packing
Packed by hand in plastic-free wrap and delivered Australia-wide from our Brisbane nursery - most metro orders land in 2-5 business days, tracked the whole way. Arrives sad? Photos within 48 hours and we'll replace it. One tree planted with every order.
Philodendron Rojo Congo
Rojo Congo
Native distribution
South America
Key attributes
A smooth-leaved Philodendron with glossy deep red new leaves that mature to dark green with a burgundy colour tone. As this indoor plant matures the leaves turn a deeper darker green while the youngest leaves retain their deep burgundy hues.
- Medium light. Can tolerate shade.
- Water moderately, allow the top 3cm of soil to dry.
- Not so pet friendly.
Specification
Your new Rojo Congo comes in three sizes and could grow up to approximately 1m in height.
Medium: 15cm - 20cm. Planted in a 140mm black nursery pot.
Large: 30cm-40cm in height. Planted in a 170mm black nursery squat pot.
X-Large: 60cm-80cm in height. Planted in a 300mm black nursery pot.
Please note our decorative pots are sold separately.
Care tips
Requires medium light and can tolerate some shade. Water regularly and allow the top of soil to dry out completely in between waterings. Fertilise in warmer months.
Feeding
To get the best out of your indoor plants, you will need to feed them some food. The Good Plant Co Indoor Plant Food will provide all the nutrients they need to grow more leaves and help them stay strong. When the plant is actively growing during the warmer months, it needs a bit more food and water. During the slow growing season (cooler winter months) your plant doesn’t eat or drink as much (no extra winter layer of fat for these babies). Sometimes it’s ok to be a helicopter parent – respond to your plant’s needs. To keep the dust off your beautiful indoor plant leaves use The Good Plant Co Leaf Shine. Moral of the story, if it is growing new leaves then it will need more water and food!
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