Plant Care Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

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Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves
Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Survivor plant personality Survivor

About Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Philodendrons grow aerial roots that grip the bark of trees, allowing them to grow over 20 feet tall! Their leaves change shape as they climb and can grow larger than a dinner plate. Fossils show Philodendrons growing as far back as 30 million years ago when South America was still connected to Antarctica! ❄️

Taxonomy

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

Also known as

Philodendron 'Henderson's Pride' and Philodendron 'Ring of Fire

How to care for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

💦 Water

How often to water your Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Water needs for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'
0.5 cups
every 9

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Philodendron 'Ring of Fire': 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

Benefits of Growing Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

Common Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

Outdoor Care Guide for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →


💦 Water Needs

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Water Frequency →

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Light Requirements →

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

Best Pots for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

When and How to Successfully Repot Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →

What Are Healthy Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →


❄️ Dormancy

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' does not have a typical pattern of dormancy. If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!


🌎 Native Region

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.


🌸 Flowers
⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Lifecycle →

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🌱 Propagation

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

  • Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
  • To get the cutting to root, you can either:
    • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' →


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Philodendron 'Ring of Fire', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 4
Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 4
Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 2
Philodendron 'Ring of Fire' has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 2
@NellBell85 avatar
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leaf-1 20 Plants
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globe Boulder, CO
09/29/2021

I’m a sucker for colorful foliage & this plant has it! Also easy to care for. It would be a wonderful addition to any houseplant collection.

Fast grower Fast grower
Large, lush leaves Large, lush leaves
Easy to propagate Easy to propagate
Survivor Survivor
Donna avatar
@Donna
leaf-1 26 Plants
xp 1,299 XP
globe Pennsauken Township, NJ
08/06/2021

Slow grower but beautiful!

Large, lush leaves Large, lush leaves
Survivor Survivor

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