Anthurium prefers bright but indirect light. In direct sun they can dry out too much and the leaves can develop brown, burnt tips.
The plant prefers a location with temperatures between 60° and 85°F
How to care for anthurium
Anthurium likes moist conditions. Store the pot on a tray of moist gravel or mist with water several times a week.
Keep the soil moist, but not wet. Allow the top inch or so of soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Fertilize with a pot plant fertilizer with a high phosphorus content every two weeks in the spring and summer.
Replant every two years, or when the plant becomes pot-bound.
Keep away from pets and children, as parts of the plant may cause mouth irritation and stomach upset if ingested.
RECOMMENDED VARIETIES
Anthurium andraeanum has large heart-shaped waxy spathes with a pointed white flower in the center.
A. andraeanum ‘Hookuloa’ has bright white spades with a pale yellow center flower.
A. andraeanum ‘Purple Plum’ is completely purple, even the stems.
A. scherzerianum has arrow-shaped leaves and a curly orange flower spike.
Anthurium can be grown in a tall glass of water! Keep the glass two-thirds full of water and add a drop or two of liquid potting fertilizer to the water every 10 to 14 days. Fill the bottom 3 inches of the glass with small stones to anchor the roots.
Anthurium has come to symbolize hospitality with its flowers inspiring happiness and abundance.
