How to grow and care for Anthurium andraeanum
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Anthurium andraeanum 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect
20C° ~25C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Anthurium andraeanum
How often should I water?
check Anthurium andraeanum Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Anthurium andraeanum need?
Bright indirect
Medium
Grow light
Light preference
Anthurium andraeanum likes Medium light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
800 ~ 10K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
800
10K
Temperature
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
20~25℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Anthurium andraeanum at home, make sure the temperature is 20~25℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
0
40~70%
100
Anthurium andraeanum prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Anthurium andraeanum is a member of Araceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Habitat | South America |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Alismatales |
| Family | Araceae |
| Genus | Anthurium |
| Species | Anthurium andraeanum |
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