Description
The Philodendron ‘Ring of Fire’ is a totem of passion, transformation, and the vibrant resilience required to flourish through life’s transitions. With its deeply serrated, flame-like leaves splashed with unpredictable shades of sunset orange, fiery red, and cream, it serves as a powerful reminder that our brightest and most creative moments often emerge from the heat of challenge.
Traditionally associated with prosperity, abundance, and positive “fire” energy, this rare hybrid acts as a beacon of optimism. Many keep it in central gathering spaces or creative studios as a majestic anchor to invite good fortune and fuel the “inner fire” of motivation and visionary growth.
Botanical Name: Philodendron ‘Ring of Fire’ (often a hybrid of P. tortum and P. wendlandii)
Common Name(s): Ring of Fire, Henderson’s Pride, Narrow Ring of Fire
Common Name(s): Ring of Fire, Henderson’s Pride, Narrow Ring of Fire
Care Notes:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain the intensity of its fiery variegation. While it can tolerate lower light, its colors may fade, and growth will slow. Avoid harsh, direct sun to protect the delicate serrated edges from scorching.
- Water: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. It prefers consistent moisture but is sensitive to “wet feet”; ensure well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the winter rest period.
- Environmental: Thrives in warm temperatures (65–85°F) and appreciates higher humidity levels (40–70%). Keep it away from cold drafts or dry heating vents, as it dreams of its tropical rainforest origins.
- Pet Friendly: No; like all Philodendrons, it contains calcium oxalate crystals which are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
Like its namesake, the ‘Ring of Fire’ responds best to a relationship of moderation and attentiveness rather than force. As a slow-growing climber, it invites you to provide a moss pole or trellis, mirroring your own journey of reaching for new heights with steady, grounded support.
If you are drawn to the beauty of a bold spirit and the courage to transform your challenges into brilliance, this fiery addition may be the perfect anchor for your space.
Please note that size is determined by the diameter of the nursery pot, not the height or width of the foliage. Additionally, as living organisms, individual plants will naturally vary; the level of variegation and the presence of fenestrations (leaf holes) are not guaranteed and will vary based on the plant’s age, maturity, and specific lighting conditions.
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