Care Tips
Light, Soil, Humidity, Water,
Temperature
anthurium
VELVET VS. BULLATE VS. SMOOTH
Anthuriums, like their Alocasia cousins, have various textures to their leaves, and each texture slightly alters how they respond to light and water.
When it comes to growth pattern, Anthuriums more closely relate to the philodendron. They grow from nodes instead of corms/bulbs.
Velvety varieties like Magnificum are more tolerant of bright light but like higher humidity and more water.
Bullate (puckered), like the Luxurians, are less tolerant of bright light and hate to be too wet.
Smooth varieties like the Flamingo are more forgiving in all aspects. This makes smooth versions easier for beginners.
Velvet - Higher humidity, more water, more light
Bullate - High humidity, high drainage, less light
Smooth - Lower humidity, less water, less light
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65-85°F
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50-65%
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Bright, indirect. Bullate and smooth varieties can burn under strong grow lights
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When top 1 inch is dry
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Chunky and airy
Recommendations: Bark, pumice, chicken grit, peat, fern fiber, charcoal, worm castings
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Anthurium roots enjoy deep pots.
Bullate types store water in leaves, so good air circulation in the room is a must.
Velvet types need more air circulation too. They are sensitive to water on their leaves. If water sits for too long, brown spots will develop