Species Name: Philodendron sp. (Hybrid) 'McColley’s Finale' 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Leaves beautifully transition from bright cinnamon to a deep red before finally maturing into an emerald green
• Low growing, shrub-like plant
• The foliage tends to get more coarse with age and its leaves are more prominently ribbed

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Large

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 65-78°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Moderate. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry.

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate - Fast 

Height: 20-24” 

Origin: Latin America

Regional locality: Epiphytic in its native range

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Heavy water needs but a drought-tolerant plant. When watering, water-heavy before letting the soil dry out again. 

*Philodendrons are toxic to both humans and pets as all parts of the plant contain calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it. For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.