Anthurium

Anthurium andraeanum · Houseplant

A tropical plant with glossy heart-shaped leaves and long-lasting waxy blooms in red, pink or white. Each flower can last for weeks, and with steady warmth, humidity and bright light it blooms on and off all year.

💧WaterEvery 5–7 days, when top 1 in is dry (estimated)

☀️LightBright indirect light

🐾PetsToxic to cats and dogs

Care at a glance

Light: Bright indirect light; no direct midday sun
Water: When the top 1 in of soil is dry
Soil: Chunky, airy mix with bark, pH 5.5–6.5
Temperature: Best 65–85 °F; keep above 60 °F
Pot size: Snug; only 1–2 in wider than the roots
Pot: Pot with good drainage
Bloom: Blooms repeatedly through the year
Lifespan: 5+ years

When?

Repot in spring every 2 years, when roots crowd the pot. Divide large clumps at the same time.

Step by step

Place in bright, filtered light for steady blooming.
Water when the top 1 in dries; empty the saucer afterwards.
Raise humidity with a pebble tray or by grouping plants.
Feed monthly with a phosphorus-rich, diluted fertilizer in spring and summer.
Cut faded flowers at the base of their stem.
Wipe leaves to keep them glossy and dust-free.
Repot into a slightly larger pot with bark-rich mix.

Common problems

No flowersToo little light; move to brighter indirect light.

Yellow leavesUsually overwatering; let the top dry between waterings.

Brown leaf tipsLow humidity or fertilizer buildup; raise humidity and flush the soil.

Brown spots on bloomsDirect sun or cold drafts; adjust the position.

Pets

Toxic to cats and dogs; chewing causes mouth pain, drooling and vomiting. If in doubt, ask your vet.

Related tools

Soil and mulch calculator

Sources

ASPCA — Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

This page is general guidance; no pesticide doses are given.