Anthurium scherzerianum Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Anthurium scherzerianum or Pigtail anthurium is a specief of Anthurium native to Costa Rica. It produces a showy, bright red spathe and orangish-red flowers with glossy heart-shaped leaves. This plant prefers indirect sunlight and an adequate humid environment.
Common Name |
Pigtail Anthurium, Flamingo flower
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Anthurium scherzerianum
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Genus
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Anthurium
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Anthurium scherzerianum Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Anthurium scherzerianum.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Anthurium scherzerianum needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Anthurium scherzerianum needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Anthurium scherzerianum Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Anthurium scherzerianum to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 90°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
The ideal humidity range for your Anthurium scherzerianum to thrive is between 70% and 80%. |
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Anthurium scherzerianum Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Anthurium scherzerianum. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Anthurium scherzerianum plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Moist but well-drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
neutral
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Anthurium scherzerianum Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Anthurium scherzerianum plant. |
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Maximum Height |
18 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
12 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Chili Red
Orange
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Anthurium scherzerianum toxic to pets? |
Yes
Like other Anthurium, this species is toxic to pets, especially cats and dogs. |
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Anthurium scherzerianum Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Anthurium scherzerianum, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
seed
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Anthurium scherzerianum Native Region |
Find out where the Anthurium scherzerianum plant originated. |
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Country |
Costa Rica
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