Commonly calledcrystal anthurium, the impressive leaves of this species can grow to over 18 inches in length.
Crystal anthurium prefers bright, indirect light, consistently moist soil, and high humidity.
Like otherAnthurium, crystal anthuriumis toxic to people and pets.
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Crystal Anthurium Care
Crystal anthurium can be somewhat high-maintenance.
These plants are lovers of bright but indirect light.
An east-facing window is typically a top spot.
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If you only have a south-facing position, add a sheer curtain to filter some of the light.
You couldinvest in grow lightsin north-facing rooms to help your plant thrive.
This plant needs an airy and well-draining mix to flourish.
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This helps promote consistent moisture and exposes the roots to enough oxygen while minimizing the chance of waterlogging.
Wait until the top couple of inches of potting mix dries out before watering again.
Stick your finger into the soil to check rather than estimating dryness by sight or on a strict schedule.
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And watch out for getting water on those large leaves.
Wet foliage encourages pests and fungal diseases.
Grouping similar plants together and adding a tray filled with pebbles and water under the plant can also help.
Sometimes, you might need toinvest in a humidifierto reach the desired levels.
Always read commercial fertilizer instructions, and avoid fertilizing too frequently, as this can lead to root scorch.
Pruning
Pruning is not necessary for crystal anthuriums.
However, in low-humidity environments, you may find that your leaves become crispy or brown around the edges.
If that’s the case, it’s safe to prune the leaves away.
Don’t recycle the old potting soilthis will be stripped of all the beneficial nutrients.
Provide a fresh, well-drained, loose mix.
However, it’s worth watching for common pests such asspider mites,aphids, andmealybugs.
If you see signs of these bugs, get out theinsecticidal soaporneem oil.
Common Problems With Crystal Anthurium
Crystal anthurium can be a somewhat needy plant.
The most likely reason for this is getting it wrong with watering.
Too much sun and even cold drafts are also culprits for this issue.
Scorching from too much direct sunlight can also lead to brown patches.
This plant is a relatively slow grower.
You might only see around one foot of growth every few years.
Crystal anthurium is atrendy plantthat you’ll not likely find in your local garden store.
However, it isn’t the rarest anthurium species.
These moisture-loving, epiphytic species might be able to handlehydroponic growth.
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