Anthurium care
Anthurium andraeanum needs bright light with no direct sun. Check the soil before you water.
This is general care advice. Check the label of your plant. Keep toxic plants away from pets and children.
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- Botanical name
- Anthurium andraeanum
- Other names
- Flamingo flower, Laceleaf, Tailflower
- Light
- Bright light, no direct sun. Put it in bright indirect light. Direct sun burns the leaves and the flowers.
- Soil check
- Every 5 to 9 days in the growing season. The app learns the real time.
- Humidity
- High humidity
- Feeding
- Feed every 2 weeks in spring and summer. Do not feed in winter.
How to check the soil of Anthurium
How does the soil feel 2 to 3 cm below the top?
Push a finger 2 to 3 cm into the soil. Feel if it is dry, damp or wet.
- Dry: no soil sticks to your finger. Water the plant.
- Damp: a little soil sticks to your finger. It feels cool. Do not water yet.
- Wet: soil sticks to your finger and feels soggy, or you see water. Do not water. Check the drainage.
Do not water on a fixed day. Test the soil first. Read the soil check guide.
Soil mix
Use a chunky, airy mix. Mix orchid bark, perlite and a little potting soil.
Tips for Anthurium
- Few flowers mean too little light. Move the plant to a brighter place.
- Brown leaf edges mean dry air. Raise the humidity.
- Yellow leaves often mean too much water. Let the top 3 cm of mix dry.
Pet safety
Toxic to cats and dogs. Keep it away from pets and children.
ASPCA: Flamingo flower (Anthurium)