Philodendron ‘Ring of Fire’
Common Names Ring of Fire Philodendron, Flame Philodendron, Henderson’s Pride (historical name)
Zones 10A–11 (outdoors); Zone 9+ with protection; indoor year-round in colder zones
Philodendron ‘Ring of Fire’ is a rare, slow-growing hybrid celebrated for its deeply serrated foliage and dramatic multicolor variegation. Each leaf unfurls with a unique blend of green, cream, yellow, orange, and even pink—resembling the flicker of flames. Originally known as ‘Henderson’s Pride’, this cultivar is believed to be a cross between Philodendron tortum and Philodendron wendlandii, combining the fine leaf texture of tortum with the upright habit of wendlandii.
Key Features
Growth Habit: Upright to semi-climbing; hemiepiphytic; slow growth rate
Height: 3–6 ft. indoors with support; up to 8 ft. in mature specimens3
Trunk: Herbaceous; short internodes; aerial roots at nodes
Leaves: Deeply lobed and serrated; glossy with multicolor variegation (green, cream, yellow, orange, pink); 12–24 in. long3
Petiole: Thick, upright; green to reddish; may show slight fuzz
Inflorescence: Rare indoors; white spathe and spadix
Fruit: Not typically produced in cultivation
Ecology: Hybrid cultivar; no native range; bred for ornamental foliage and dramatic color variation
Growing Conditions
Light: Bright indirect light; essential for maintaining variegation
Watering: Allow top 2–3 inches of soil to dry; sensitive to overwatering
Soil: Airy, well-draining mix with peat, perlite, orchid bark, and charcoal
Temperature: 65–85°F (18–29°C); protect below 60°F (15°C)
Humidity: Moderate to high (60–80%); misting or humidifier recommended indoors
Propagation: Stem cuttings with node; rooting in moss or water
Tolerance: Cold-sensitive; moderate pest resistance; toxic if ingested
Landscape Use Ideal for interiorscapes, tropical patio containers, and climbing displays. Pairs well with Philodendron ‘Florida Beauty’, Anthurium ‘Ace of Spades’, and Monstera adansonii variegata for layered variegated compositions.
