Philodendron 'Imperial Red' (Red imperial philodendron) — H60 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Philodendron Imperial Red and Philodendron Congo Red? Both have dark foliage and red petioles. Imperial Red is medium-sized, with chocolate-burgundy foliage, while Congo Red is large, with dark green leaves featuring burgundy highlights.
Does Philodendron Imperial Red need a stake? No, it is a self-supporting philodendron: all its leaves emerge from the heart of the plant in an upright rosette, with no climbing stem.
Shipping & packaging
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
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- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
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- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
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The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🍷 Chocolate-burgundy foliage • ❤️ Bright red petioles • 🌿 Dense, upright rosette • 🪴 No stake, no vine • ⛅ Bright light or partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H60 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
Philodendron 'Imperial Red' forms a dense rosette of large oval leaves in deep burgundy with chocolate highlights, borne on bright red petioles. Each new leaf emerges ruby red, then darkens over a few weeks. A hybrid derived from species of the tropical forests of South America, it is one of the philodendrons that are self-supporting: it does not climb and keeps a neat silhouette without a stake.
Delivered at 60 cm tall, it brings a dark, warm touch among green foliage. It is one of the easiest large indoor plants with colorful foliage: it tolerates partial shade and copes with a forgotten watering.
Which philodendron should you choose?
The rosette-form philodendrons in the catalog, according to the desired color and size:
- Philodendron 'Imperial Red' (this plant) — large chocolate-burgundy leaves on red petioles, H60 cm. The medium size with dark foliage.
- Philodendron 'Imperial Green' — the same silhouette, glossy green leaves, H65 cm. The green version, perfect for pairing.
- Philodendron Congo Red — dark green leaves with burgundy highlights, H80 cm. The larger size for a more imposing effect.
- Philodendron 'Prince of Orange' — copper-orange young leaves that turn green with age. For a brighter color in a compact size.
To compare all the shapes and colors of philodendrons, see our complete philodendron varieties guide.
Light & placement
Light creates the color: the more indirect light the Imperial Red receives, the more its leaves retain their burgundy-red hue. In partial shade, they turn more bronze-green, a balance explored in detail in our light and humidity guide.
- Light: preferably bright and indirect, partial shade accepted; direct afternoon sun burns dark leaves.
- Location: living room, office, bright entryway, next to a sofa or a curtained glass door.
- Temperature: between 18 and 27 °C, never below 15 °C.
- To avoid: radiators, air conditioning directed at the plant, and cold drafts.
In front of a light-colored, white, or beige wall, its dark foliage stands out like a graphic silhouette.
Watering & care
Its thick leaves and central stem store water: it tolerates being forgotten far better than overwatering. Low leaves that turn yellow almost always indicate soil that is too wet, as explained in our article about yellowing leaves.
- Watering: moderate — when the first 3 to 4 centimeters of potting soil are dry, about once a week in summer and every two to three weeks in winter.
- Water: at room temperature; empty the saucer after 15 minutes.
- Fertilizer: houseplant fertilizer, once a month from spring to the end of summer.
- Cleaning: wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every three or four weeks: dust quickly shows on dark foliage.
- Repotting: every two to three years in spring, in a pot 3 to 5 cm wider; follow our guide to houseplant repotting.
The oldest leaves at the base naturally turn yellow from time to time: cut them off at the stem, as this is the normal renewal of the rosette.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its burgundy foliage warms up a corner of green plants and pairs well with purple or pinkish foliage.
- For a red and green duo, place it next to a Philodendron 'Imperial Green' — the same silhouette, with two colors that complement each other.
- To extend the purple tones, pair it with a Dracaena marginata 'Magenta' — its slender purple-edged leaves add height and echo the color of the petioles.
- To dress up the base, add a Calathea Medallion — its patterned leaves with purple undersides tie in with the philodendron's burgundy color.
- To enhance the pot, choose the white Elho Vibes Fold Ø22 cm decorative pot — its faceted white finish highlights the dark foliage.
To balance a dark arrangement, add a plant with light foliage such as Aglaonema 'Stripes', whose silver stripes brighten the overall look.
Verdeia tips
- Move it closer to the light if it turns green: new leaves that are greener than red signal a lack of light. Move it toward a window, without direct sun, to restore its burgundy color.
- Turn the pot each month: a regular quarter-turn keeps the rosette symmetrical, as the leaves always orient themselves toward the light.
- Slow down in winter: space out waterings and stop fertilizing from October to March, as outlined in our 5 steps for indoor plants in winter.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Philodendron 'Imperial Red'
- Common name: Red imperial philodendron
- Family: Araceae
- Origin: horticultural hybrid of species from tropical South America
- Size on delivery: H60 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
- Growth habit: upright rosette, self-supporting, no stake required
- Mature height: 80 to 100 cm indoors
- Growth: slow to moderate
- Light exposure: bright, indirect light, partial shade tolerated
- Watering: moderate, let the potting soil dry out to a depth of 3 to 4 cm between waterings
- Temperature: 18 to 27 °C, minimum 15 °C
- Soil type: well-draining houseplant potting soil
- Foliage: evergreen, chocolate burgundy, red petioles
- Care: very easy
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested by animals and children (calcium oxalates)
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Minimalist
Each plant is unique: the intensity of the red and the number of leaves naturally vary according to the plant's light exposure and age.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
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What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
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Can I return a plant?
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