Anthurium jenmanii

Anthurium jenmanii

As a houseplant, anthuriums grow well in cooler climates, while they can be planted outside in USDA zones 10 and above. The care and maintenance of anthurium are easy as long as you provide a few essential elements.

You will enjoy its moderately wavy leaves. Moreover, the upper blade surface feels glossy and has a yellowish-green. And a lower leaf surface is matte and bit a paler in color. Also, this plant is easy to maintain once you know how to care for them.

Care Guide for Anthurium jenmanii

Light: Anthurium jenmanii plants tolerate all levels of indirect light. However, anthurium jenmanii growing in low light will have fewer flowers and will grow slower. 

Also, this plant cannot tolerate direct light, as this can burn the leaves. They grow well in bright, indirect light.

Water: Make sure to water your anthurium jenmanii plant regularly. But avoid overwatering it. Only water your plant when the topsoil is dry to the touch.

Soil: It prefers the soil to be free draining but holds some water. If you are growing Anthurium as a houseplant, a half and half mix of potting soil and orchid soil or perlite work best for this plant. Also, these plants don’t like continually moist soil.

Temperature: Generally, Anthuriums live in temperatures at or above 15°C. And its foliage types prefer temperatures even warmer. However, if temperatures dip below this level, this plant will suffer.

Fertilizer: Anthuriums only need to be fertilized with a one-quarter strength fertilizer once every 3-4 months. To get the best blooms, get a fertilizer that has a higher phosphorus number.

Growing tips for Anthurium jenmanii

• Place Anthurium jenmani plant in bright and indirect light, and avoid the direct sunlight.
• Potted anthuriums plant prefers a rich but well-draining potting mix. So, keep the mix moist but not wet.
• In dry climates or during dry winter months, mist the Anthurium plant daily to keep humidity levels high. 
• Place your plants in a well-lit bathroom or kitchen, that would make them happiest. However, if that is not possible, a room humidifier or a pebble tray will help out too.
• Also, take some time to shape your Anthurium plant; snip off errant leaves or shoots that make your plant look off-balance. In addition, do not remove too many leaves. Three or four leaves are enough.