Philodendron El Choco Red – Grower’s Choice Starter Plant

Philodendron El Choco Red is a highly sought-after velvet-leaf philodendron prized for its deep, saturated foliage and rich red undersides. Leaves are elongated and heart-shaped with a plush, velvety texture that absorbs light, giving the surface a dark, almost shadowy appearance. The undersides range from warm burgundy to deep red, creating a dramatic contrast that becomes more pronounced as the plant matures.

What makes El Choco Red special is its depth. The foliage feels luxurious and weighty rather than delicate, and the red backing adds dimension that isn’t immediately visible at first glance. As new leaves emerge, they often show warmer tones before deepening into their mature coloration, making each stage of growth visually rewarding.

This listing is for a Grower’s Choice Philodendron El Choco Red starter plant, not a cutting. Plants are selected by me at the time of fulfillment based on overall health, root development, and growth stage. Starter plants are rooted, actively growing, and grown from my personal collection.

Starter plants are juvenile, established plants with approximately 1–3 leaves at the time of shipment. These plants are rooted and actively growing but still early in development. Leaf size, shape, and depth of color will continue to evolve as the plant matures.

Photos are representative only. You will not receive the exact plant shown. Images represent typical size, shape, and growth stage.

What to Expect

• This listing is for an established starter plant, not a cutting

• Starter plants typically have 1–3 leaves at the time of shipment

• Plants are rooted and actively growing

• Red coloration on leaf undersides may intensify with maturity

• Leaf size and texture will continue to develop over time

• Minor cosmetic imperfections are normal with living plants

• Temporary stress from shipping or environmental changes is possible

I do not ship unhealthy or compromised plants. Each plant is inspected prior to shipping to ensure strong roots and overall health.

Care Responsibility

Once the plant leaves my care, ongoing care becomes the responsibility of the buyer. This includes providing appropriate light, warmth, humidity, moisture management, and allowing time for acclimation after shipping.

I am not responsible for changes in coloration, damage caused by improper care, environmental conditions, shipping delays, or temperature exposure after shipment.

I strongly recommend purchasing a heat pack and upgrading shipping when temperatures are cooler, as starter plants are sensitive to cold and temperature fluctuations.

A Note on Growing

Philodendron El Choco Red rewards patience and stable conditions. Early growth may feel slow, but with consistency, the plant develops larger, more dramatic foliage and deeper coloration. My goal is to send you a healthy, well-rooted starter plant with strong long-term growth potential so it can continue maturing into a striking, velvet-leaf specimen in your care.