Philodendron Jungle Boogie
Philodendron narrow 'Jungle Boogie'
An attractive tropical houseplant known for its long, narrow, saw-toothed or 'serrated' leaves that emerge from a central base. The foliage starts as a bright green and matures into a deep, rich green with a leathery texture.
- Light
- Medium to bright indirect light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the leaves. Ideally 6-8 hours of filtered light daily.
- Water
- Water thoroughly once the top half of the soil is dry. It is somewhat drought-tolerant but sensitive to overwatering; yellowing leaves often indicate soggy soil.
- Growth
- Perennial evergreen with a self-heading (clumping/non-climbing) growth habit. Can reach 2-3 feet in height and spread.
Care instructions
Provide bright, indirect light and water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Use a well-draining aroid mix and fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Growing details
Sunlight
Medium to bright indirect light; avoid direct sunlight which can scorch the leaves. Ideally 6-8 hours of filtered light daily.
Watering
Water thoroughly once the top half of the soil is dry. It is somewhat drought-tolerant but sensitive to overwatering; yellowing leaves often indicate soggy soil.
Soil
A chunky, well-aerated potting mix (aroid mix) containing peat moss or coco coir, perlite, and orchid bark. pH 5.5 to 7.0.
Hardiness zone
9b to 11 (USDA). Usually grown indoors as it is not frost-tolerant.
Growth habit
Perennial evergreen with a self-heading (clumping/non-climbing) growth habit. Can reach 2-3 feet in height and spread.
Bloom season
Rarely blooms indoors; produces a classic aroid spathe and spadix if mature and in ideal tropical conditions.
Propagation
Propagated via stem cuttings with at least one node or through air layering. Division is also possible for mature, multi-clump specimens.
Common pests & issues
Susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, and root rot. Leaf spotting can occur from fungal infections or mineral buildup from tap water.
Similar species
Philodendron 'Tiger Tooth' and Philodendron 'Narrow Escape' are very similar; Philodendron 'Pluto' is the non-variegated version of 'Ring of Fire' which also shares the serrated leaf shape.