Basic Information about your Anthurium

Scientific name: Anthurium andraeanum

Common names: Flamingo Flower, Anthurium

Plant type: Tropical perennial flowering plant

Family: Araceae

Native range: Colombia and Ecuador

Natural habitat: Tropical rainforests with bright, indirect light and high humidity

Difficulty level: Easy

Fun fact: Its bright red “flower” is actually a waxy spathe, and it can bloom multiple times a year indoors.

How to care for your Anthurium

It likes bright indirect light. It can tolerate lower light conditions but will slow down growth and become very leggy.

WATER

This anthurium needs soil moist, and water when it's 50% dry.

HUMIDITY

Your anthurium needs 70%+ humidity.

TEMPERATURE

It does well in temperatures between 70-90 degrees.

FOOD

It likes to be fed monthly or every other month with some general indoor plant fertilizer. 

PET- FRIENDLYNESS

It's harmful to pets if ingested.

Additional Tips*
Use a well-draining substrate, such as a mixture of coconut fiber, perlite, pine bark, and activated charcoal. This ensures good aeration and prevents excess humidity.

The acclimation process takes a toll on anthuriums, so if they drop a few leaves, don't worry it will spring back in no time

Common Issues for your Anthurium

  • Crispy Leaf Edges

    Brown, crispy edges can come from dry conditions, inconsistent watering, or environmental stress. Keep watering consistent and increase humidity if the air is very dry.

  • Few Holes

    Young Amydriums leaves naturally have few or no fenestrations. Give the plant plenty of bright indirect light and allow it to mature. Bigger leaves will develop more holes.

  • Droopy Leaves

    Drooping usually means the plant is thirsty or experiencing environmental stress. Check the soil and water thoroughly if the top portion feels dry.

  • Yellow Leaves

    Yellow leaves are commonly caused by excess moisture or naturally aging foliage. Let the soil dry slightly between waterings and remove heavily yellowed leaves.

  • Low Coloration

    Leaves may lose their vibrant colors or patterns and gradually turn more green due to changes in light, plant maturity, or natural reversion. Move the plant to brighter indirect light and monitor new growth for its normal coloration.

  • No Flowers

    Anthuriums can take time to mature before producing blooms. Give the plant plenty of bright light and avoid removing healthy flower spurs.

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