Anthurium XL (Anthurium andraeanum) – Exotic Elegance and Long-Lasting Color at Home
Anthurium is a striking houseplant known for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant, long-lasting blooms – in fact, modified bracts that surround the yellow spadix. The XL variety offers an impressive, well-developed specimen that brings tropical energy and refined beauty to any interior.
Anthurium XL Care Tips:
Light: Prefers a bright spot, protected from direct sunlight. Ideal near a window with filtered light.
Watering: Water moderately, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Use soft, settled water.
Humidity: Anthurium loves high humidity – mist the leaves regularly or place the pot on a tray with water and pebbles.
Feeding: During the growing season (spring to autumn), feed every 3–4 weeks with fertilizer for flowering plants.
Repotting: Recommended every 2 years into well-draining soil – a mix of orchid soil and leaf mold works well.
Common Issues and Solutions:
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Brown leaf tips: Usually due to dry air or over-fertilizing.
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Pale leaves: A sign of insufficient light.
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Lack of blooms: Often caused by low light or depleted soil.
Fun fact: Also known as the “flamingo flower,” anthurium symbolizes hospitality and happiness. Native to the tropical forests of South America, it belongs to the Araceae family.