{"product_id":"philodendron-el-choco-red-4-live-plant","title":"Philodendron El Choco Red","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Philodendron 'El Choco Red' Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilodendron 'El Choco Red' (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilodendron rubrijuvenile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a spectacular collector Philodendron prized for its large, velvety heart-shaped leaves and striking reddish coloration. New foliage often emerges with rich red or burgundy tones before maturing to deep green, while the leaf undersides and petioles can retain gorgeous reddish hues. Its dramatic velvet foliage makes this climbing aroid a standout in any rare plant collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, heart-shaped leaves with a luxurious velvety texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep green mature foliage with prominent lighter veining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew leaves may emerge in beautiful red, bronze, or burgundy tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReddish petioles and leaf undersides add dramatic contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClimbing growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaves become significantly larger and more impressive as the plant matures and climbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan tolerate moderate indirect light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent bright filtered light encourages larger foliage and healthy growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid harsh direct sunlight, which can scorch the delicate velvet leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly, allowing excess moisture to drain away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers consistent moisture but should never remain soggy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid allowing the plant to remain completely dry for extended periods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal temperature: 65–85°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity around 60% or higher can help encourage beautiful foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect from temperatures below 60°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood airflow is beneficial, especially in humid environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePrefers a chunky, airy, well-draining aroid mix\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotting soil or coco coir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrchid bark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerlite or pumice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSphagnum moss may be added for additional moisture retention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent drainage and root aeration are essential for healthy growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate grower under ideal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest provided with a moss pole, plank, or other climbing support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllowing aerial roots to attach to a support encourages larger, more mature foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilize lightly during the active growing season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropagates from stem cuttings containing a healthy node\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid excessive handling of the leaves to protect their beautiful velvety surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToxic to pets if ingested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause mouth and digestive irritation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Collectors Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGorgeous oversized, velvety heart-shaped leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful red and burgundy new growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDramatic contrasting veins and reddish petioles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage becomes increasingly impressive as the plant climbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true statement plant for rare Philodendron and velvet-leaf collectors 🌿❤️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thorsen's Greenhouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42416403349559,"sku":"4 Phil El Choco Red","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/3465\/6055\/files\/a302d12b06f659e600035600dd3c6e86fc6a2198a0bdef1b27972e55ce54eb0d.jpg?v=1787763130","url":"https:\/\/thehappymonsteraplantco.com\/products\/philodendron-el-choco-red-4-live-plant","provider":"The Happy Monstera Plant Co ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}