Anthurium, also called “flamingo flower”, is a symbol of reciprocated love. There is nothing strange about this, because the plant hypnotizes with its appearance. However, few people know that, apart from its decorative function, it can also purify the air very well. Therefore, it is worth placing a pot of anthurium in the bedroom.
How to care for anthurium in a pot? You must remember this when growing it at home
Due to its tropical origin, the plant can be capricious. It must be provided with appropriate conditions for growth and flowering. The plant likes a lot of diffused light, so it must be placed close to the window. It likes high air humidity, the entire plant should be sprayed with water approximately every 2 days. You have to be careful with watering. The plant likes filtered water at room temperature. it should be moist, but under no circumstances should you overwater the anthurium, as this will lead to irreversible damage to the entire plant.
How to care for anthurium in a pot? Watch out for these diseases
Anthurium is susceptible to diseases, so we must carefully monitor any changes on our plant. When we observe changes on the leaves, it may mean that it or bacteria have attacked it. Anthurium gray mold attack it manifests itself in the fact that the leaves turn brown at the base, and dark spots may appear on the flowers. We must then spray the plant with fungicides according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. When will it appear Anthurium phytophthora – a bacterial disease manifested by yellowing, browning and dying of the leaves, it will be necessary to use a bactericidal agent. Unfortunately, home methods may prove too weak for these plant ailments.
Is anthurium difficult to care for? istock/@Andrey Bukreev
Do you want your anthurium to bloom for a long time? Prepare simple yeast fertilizer
Homemade yeast fertilizer is a fantastic support for our plant. It nourishes it comprehensively, providing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium, thanks to which the anthurium in good health will prolong its flowering and stimulate its growth. To prepare a yeast “cocktail”, simply add 1 teaspoon of yeast to 1 liter of boiled, cooled water and mix until it dissolves. Water the plant with this mixture once every 2 weeks. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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