Anthurium
Anthurium andraeanum
Exotic flowering houseplant with glossy heart-shaped spathes in red, pink, white, or peach. Blooms continuously under the right conditions. Each flower lasts 6-8 weeks on the plant.
Best rooms for anthurium
Light requirements
Best near a window with filtered light — avoid harsh direct rays.
How to care for anthurium
Bright indirect light is essential for repeat flowering. Water when the top 3cm of compost feels dry. Mist regularly or place on a pebble tray — anthuriums love humidity above 60%. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertiliser spring through autumn. Minimum 16°C.
Watering
Water when the top 2–3cm of compost feels dry. Roughly weekly.
Propagation
- Division in spring
- Stem cuttings with aerial roots
Toxicity
Contains calcium oxalate crystals. Causes mouth irritation, drooling, and vomiting if chewed by pets.
Common problems
- Brown leaf edges from dry air
- Yellow leaves from overwatering
- No flowers in low light
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