Plant Care philodendron chocolate empress

philodendron chocolate empress

Taxonomy

Philodendron 'Chocolate Empress'
Philodendron
Araceae
Alismatales

How to care for philodendron chocolate empress

💦 Water

How often to water your philodendron chocolate empress

Water needs for philodendron chocolate empress
0.5 cups
every 9

philodendron chocolate empress 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 chocolate empress

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for philodendron chocolate empress in your home

Light needs and placement for plant philodendron chocolate empress: 6ft from a window
6ft or less from
a window

philodendron chocolate empress 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 of philodendron chocolate empress in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize philodendron chocolate empress

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for philodendron chocolate empress: 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 chocolate empress after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

philodendron chocolate empress 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.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

philodendron chocolate empress 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 chocolate empress Light Requirements →

philodendron chocolate empress Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

philodendron chocolate empress 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.

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🪴 Soil

philodendron chocolate empress 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 chocolate empress →

When and How to Successfully Repot philodendron chocolate empress →


💩 Fertilizer

philodendron chocolate empress 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 chocolate empress →


❄️ Dormancy

philodendron chocolate empress 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 chocolate empress is native to Central, South America, and the Caribbean.


🧐 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 chocolate empress

philodendron chocolate empress

philodendron chocolate empress


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 6ft 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.

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