A plant distinguished by its vibrantly colored foliage. The colors may appear similar to the 'Brazil' variety. In fact, the 'Rio' variety is a natural genetic mutation of the 'Brazil' variety. However, the 'Rio' has leaves with a stripe that varies in color from silver, cream, or dark green, while the 'Brazil' variety has a yellow or lime green stripe. To promote its growth and vibrant coloring, it is recommended to place it in a bright room. Its long stems look great in a hanging pot or in a climbing plant arrangement.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed.
- Family: Araceae.
- Origin: Natural genetic mutation of Philo. Brazil
- Watering:
- Spring - Summer: Allow the soil to dry out by half between waterings.
- Fall - Winter: Allow the potting soil to dry completely between waterings .
- Ambient humidity: High to medium.
- Type of soil: Rich and draining.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: East, west or 1 m from a south window .
- Growth: Average.
- Temperature: Average, between 15ᵒC and 26ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 15 cm (Hanging).
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
