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Anthurium care for Indian homes

Anthurium andraeanum

Glossy heart-shaped flowers in red or pink. Long-lasting blooms.

Medium light
Anthurium (Anthurium andraeanum) plant

The essentials

Anthurium care at a glance

Light
Medium light
Water
Every 5-7 days
Difficulty
Medium
Space
Medium space, up to 90 cm

Watering needs vary with light, pot size and growing conditions. Check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Make sure it fits your home

Check placement and household safety.

Household safety

Pets: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Children: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals; unsafe for pets and young children who chew plants.

Keep out of reach; wash hands after handling damaged plant tissue.

Placement

Indoors
Excellent
Balcony
Okay
Low-light room
Okay
Air conditioning
Poor

Care notes

Bright indirect light, high humidity

Monsoon risk: Medium.

Humidity needs: High.

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What to check at the nursery

Before you buy

  • Choose glossy leaves and firm spathes without black edges.
  • Look for airy potting media, not compact mud.

Look out for

  • Black root smell
  • Brown wet leaf spots
  • Mealybugs at leaf bases

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Anthurium care for Indian homes — Vatisha