Looking for some crinkly, glossy foliar specimen? Here is our Anthurium luxurians Care and Growing Guide for the plant lover in you!
Anthurium luxurians is a rare specimen prized for its intricate, glossy foliage with labyrinthine veins that look tough to nurture. However, this Anthurium luxurians Care and Growing Guide will make you a pro at it!
- Botanical Name: Anthurium luxurians
- USDA Zones: 11-12
- Attains a height of upto 1 foot with fairly broad leaves
- Thrives under filtered sunlight and high humidity
- Toxic to humans and pets
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Anthurium luxurians Plant Profile
Anthurium luxurians is noted for its high aesthetical appearance with puckered deep green leaves that make it a darling for indoor growers. The intricately veined foliage emerges with a light green hue, darkening with maturity, that finally attains a gorgeous color. If you are looking for large foliage plants to accentuate your bland rooms, Anthurium luxurians is hands down the best choice.
Apart from the unique heart-shaped foliage that grows upto 15-20 inches broad, their blistered texture is the icing on the cake that looks beautiful sitting over small planters and can liven up the bland corners of your house.
Ideal Pot Size
Anthurium luxurians grow well in small pots of about 5-6 inches in size. If you tend to be a forgetful gardener, terracotta planters can be your best buddy due to their ability to balance the soil moisture. However, plastic pots or ceramics with enough drainage holes also work well, provided you don’t end up overwatering the plant.
Anthurium luxurians Propagation
The easiest method to propagate this Anthurium cultivar is via stem cuttings. Find a healthy, diseases free plant and follow the steps to multiply your gorgeous Anthurium luxurians!
- Use a sharp, sterilized knife to snip a healthy 4-6 inch stem below the leaf node.
- Prepare a pot with a coarse, well-draining potting medium and plant the cutting into it.
- To ensure high humidity in the plant’s early days, cover the pot with a transparent polythene bag.
- Keep the medium moist and place the pot at a location that receives bright, indirect sunlight.
You’ll notice new growth in 3-4 weeks. Ensure the water drains out thoroughly without sogging the medium.
Anthurium luxurians Growing Requirements
Soil
The roots of Anthurium luxurians need enough space to breathe in order to ensure the plant stays healthy. Get a well-aerated medium combining peat moss, orchid bark, perlite, and sand for the best growth. You may also add a layer of sphagnum moss in the upper sections of the medium to keep the plant happy and thriving.
Water
The watering requirement for the Anthurium luxurians is very simple and straightforward. Look out for the top two inches of soil and water when you find it dry.
The best bet is to follow a deep watering session every week—water the medium thoroughly until it seeps out of the drainage holes. Let the medium dry out a little before following the same.
Light
Luxurians don’t require much light—placing it in a spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight is an apt choice. Anthuriums are more sensitive to light in comparison to other aroids, which makes direct sunlight a big NO for the lovely foliage.
If you don’t want to scorch the leaves, place the plant in your bright living room, where it can thrive in indirect sunlight all day long.
Temperature and Humidity
Warm temperatures are loved by Anthurium luxurians so keep the temperature between 65ºF (17ºC) to 85ºF (29ºC). Temperatures lower than 45ºF (7ºC) and higher than 90ºF (32ºC) for a prolonged time will affect its growth. Just like your mood swings, temperature fluctuations aren’t something the plant appreciates!
Native to the tropics, this beauty appreciates a humidity level of over 80% and needs the same to maintain its glaze. Mist the foliage or use a humidifier to meet the plant’s humidity needs and maintain the glow.
Anthurium luxurians Care
Fertilizing
The plant is not a heavy feeder. However, if you want a flawless and well-growing plant, feed it with a balanced, liquid fertilizer, diluted to half its strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Pests and Diseases
Popular houseplant pests like mealybugs, spider mites, thrips, and scales, suck the sap out of the plant, making it weak. Keep a close watch to detect any pest infestation and clean the foliage with a Pyrethrin-based pesticide or use horticultural soap.
Leaf blight can be an issue if the leaves remain damp after watering. Do not over-water the plant by any chance to keep potential diseases at bay.
