Rascagarganta

Philodendron consanguineum

Also known as: Puerto Rico Philodendron

Rascagarganta

Descourtilz, J. Theodore.; Descourtilz, M. E.; Pichard.

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Araceae
Genus:
Philodendron
Species:
Philodendron consanguineum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Vine
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
green

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
thrives in humid, tropical forest conditions