šæ Philodendron āEl Choco Redā ā The Velvet Rebel ā¤ļøšæ
If youāre after a plant with pure rainforest luxury, look no further than Philodendron āEl Choco Redā. This jaw-dropping beauty flaunts massive, velvety green leaves with deep red undersides, making it one of the most striking Philodendrons out there. Native to Ecuador and Colombia, this stunner thrives in humid conditions, rewarding growers with lush, heart-shaped foliage that only gets bigger and more dramatic over time. Itās a true collectorās gemāexotic, rare, and absolutely worth the hype.
Why This Plant Is a Must-Have:
ā Velvety, Heart-Shaped Leaves ā Soft to the touch and visually stunning from every angle.
ā Deep Burgundy Undersides ā Like a secret hidden until you catch the light just right.
ā Larger Than Life ā Leaves can reach massive sizes, especially when given the right conditions.
Caring for Your āEl Choco Redā:
š Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Too much direct sun can scorch its delicate leaves.
š§ Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. It loves humidity and will sulk if left too dry.
šæ Humidity: 60%+ humidity is ideal for those velvety leaves to thrive. A humidifier or regular misting works wonders.
š± Growth: A climbing Philodendron that loves a moss poleāgive it support, and it will reward you with even larger foliage.
āļø Pruning: Minimal maintenanceājust remove any old or damaged leaves to keep it looking pristine.
The Philodendron āEl Choco Redā isnāt just a plantāitās a statement piece. Whether youāre obsessed with velvet-textured foliage, rich red hues, or just want to flex a rare, high-impact plant, this beauty delivers rainforest vibes in full force. If youāre lucky enough to get your hands on one, treasure itāthis oneās a real showstopper. ā¤ļøšæ
Philodendron 'El Choco Red' - 6cm/12-15cm
The following aroid mix I would like to share with you is working well for my Philodendron:
- Potting Soil (30%)
- Orchid Bark (30%)
- Perlite (30%)
- Charcoal (5%)
- Worm Castings (5%)
Water thoroughly when watering to mimic tropical jungle conditions. It is best practice to keep the soil humid but never soggy.