You can identify a philodendron by looking at the texture of the plant. The foliage of these plants will help you differentiate easily. It usually comes out green, but sometimes the color is red, purplish, and coppery.
The veins of the leaves are sometimes red or white as well. Other differences with which the plants vary considerably include the leaves' size, shape, and texture. Also, the fruit of these plants ranges from white to orange berries.