In this case, check:
- Whether the plant the correct location Has.
- It is sufficiently watered and fertilized.
- and whether the substrate meets your requirements.
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- Even the attractive anthurium is not immune to disease
- Valuable tips on how to properly repot the anthurium
- How is the anthurium (flamingo flower) properly fertilized?
The right location
Anthuriums originally thrive in the rainforests of South America, where they grow on the ground under tall trees or as epiphytes. Accordingly, they need a lot of light, but they do not like direct sunlight or dark shadows.
Place the flamingo flower in a flower window facing north or east. Alternatively, you can use a lack of light Plant lamp,(€ 65.50 at Amazon *) that you turn on by the hour, balance out well.
Water and fertilizer requirements
Anthuriums should never dry out completely. If this happens, the bracts and flowers wither first, no further buds are even set. At the same time, it is important to ensure that the plant is not poured over, otherwise there is a risk of rot.
Water Once or twice a week whenever the substrate feels dry (thumb test).Fertilized is made every two weeks, but only with half of the fertilizer dosage indicated on the packaging.
Wrong substrate
Due to its epiphytic growth, the flamingo flower prefers a lot of air in the root area. A substrate that is too compact can also lead to the hoped-for bloom failing. If necessary, repot the anthurium in suitable soil. It thrives well in:
- Orchid soil
- Peat culture substrate (fertilization often has to be carried out here)
- Potting soilmade by styrofoam beads or Expanded clay(€ 16.35 at Amazon *) is loosened up.
the Anthurium also grows in Hydroponics very good.
Tips
Anthuriums are poisonous and can cause skin irritation on direct contact. Therefore, wear gloves when watering and when working on the plant.
