Red Congos And Their Dropping Leaves

Red congo loosing leaves? Here’s our theory why.

The latest in plant care tips for keeping your foliage happy and healthy, brought to you by premium plant delivery service Léon & George.

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Red Congos are easy care plants that require little to no maintenance to thrive! Simply a bit of light, water, and love is all it takes to enjoy this gorgeous philodendron for years and years to come.

That said, there are some things the Red Congo simply will not tolerate, and one of them is cold temperatures. Belonging to the philodendron family, this plant’s native environment is warm and humid, and it prefers similar conditions indoors: think a comfortable room temperature between 68-74 degrees Fahrenheit. Much colder than this and the plant will quickly start showing signs of distress, often times in the form of dropping the stems that grow from its main stalk.

If your Red Congo is beginning to mysteriously drop leaves, check to make sure the plant’s environment is warm enough for it to feel comfortable. As always, a plant’s distress could be caused by many different things, and troubleshooting its environment and care is the only way to truly know what works best for your plant! For more information and troubleshooting tips, read our full guide on how to care for the Red Congo.

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