Laceleaf

Laceleaf Care

Anthurium spp.

Other names: Flamingo Flower, Tail Flower, Painter’s Palette, Antrium Plant

What is the plant

Laceleaf is an excellent choice for those plant lovers who want a beautiful exotic plant that doesn't need much care.

Anthurium, commonly known as Laceleaf, Flamingo flower, and Tailflower, is native to Central America, northern South America, and the Caribbean. They have a unique tropical shape. It's easy to identify by its red, pink, or white heart-shaped flowers.

Anthurium usually lives for about five years, but if you regularly propagate the plant, you can feast your eyes on it indefinitely.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

10°C - 24°C

Hardiness zone

10 - 12

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water your plant when a few inches of the soil is dry to the touch. Avoid over-watering since Laceleaf is susceptible to root rot.
Pruning
Cut off dry and yellowed leaves and faded flowers, so the plant does not waste extra energy on them. You can also trim the plant to create a beautiful form.
Fertilizer
If you want to encourage more blooms, use a fertilizer with higher phosphorus during spring and summer. Feed your Laceleaf once a month.

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Sunlight
If you want your Anthurium to bloom, ensure it gets at least 6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves. You can put your greenie next to a west- or east-facing window.
Soil
Speaking about identification, Anthurium is an epiphyte, so it does not necessarily need soil to grow. They can absorb water from the air and nutrients from their host. However, we traditionally grow these plants in pots. For this, you should use well-drained soil based on wood chips, perlite, and coarse sand. You can choose cactus potting mix.
Propagation
The best way to propagate Laceleaf is to divide it while repotting. You can also take a stem around 4 inches (10 cm) long with 2-3 leaves and place it in a small container filled with compost.

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Temperature
Anthurium enjoys a warm temperature of 70-90°F (21-32°C), but this plant is highly adaptable and can stand typical household ranges. Avoid too low temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Container
Use a low, plastic container that drains well, and your Anthurium will be the happiest plant. Choose a pot according to the root size.
Fun fact
Its lovely heart-shaped blossoms are not actually flowers but large waxy leaves.