Anthurium 'Pterodactyl'

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Anthurium 'Pterodactyl'

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Meet Anthurium 'Pterodactyl': An anthurium hybrid with large, glossy heart-shaped leaves that resemble pterodactyl wings. Despite Pterodactyl's delicate veining and unique leaf shape, this anthurium is very easy to care for and will do well in any humid envionment.

Light
Medium Indirect

Watering
Frequent

Humidity
High

Size 4"

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What to expect

Your Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' will ship in a plastic nursery pot in the size selected. Please remember that every plant is different and you will not receive the exact plant pictured. We do our best to ship plants as similar as possible to the ones pictured here.

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Care guide

Caring for Anthurium 'Pterodactyl'

Caring for your Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' is a rewarding endeavor that can be simplified with a few key steps. Place your Anthurium in bright, indirect light, avoiding direct sun exposure. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. To enhance humidity, use a humidity tray or place plants near a humidifier. Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Prune dead or yellowing leaves and wipe the glossy foliage to maintain its shine.

Medium Indirect light

Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' loves bright spaces with medium indirect light. It can also tolerate lower light conditions but should be kept away from direct sunlight to prevent burning.

Frequent watering

Give Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' a full watering when the top 2" of soil is dry to your finger. Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' likes to be consistently moist but never waterlogged.

High humidity

Like most Anthurium, Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' prefers higher humidity of around 60 to 80%. A humidifier may be necessary, otherwise Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' will be happy in a humidity cabinet or greenhouse. Check out our guide for increasing humidity for your houseplants.

Fertilize Every 4-6 weeks

During its active growing season (spring to early fall), fertilize Anthurium 'Pterodactyl' with a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer as instructed. Apply the solution to well-watered soil, avoiding foliage contact. Fertilize every 4-6 weeks, reducing or pausing in winter. Watch for signs of over-fertilization, adjusting the routine if needed.

About the genus

About Anthurium

Anthurium comprises approximately 1000 species of flowering plants, making it the largest genus in the Araceae family (informally known as Aroids). Commonly called "flamingo flower" or "laceleaf," these plants originated from the Americas and can be found from northern Mexico to northern Argentina, as well as some parts of the Caribbean.

Many anthurium species, like other aroids, can be cultivated indoors as houseplants or placed outdoors in mild climates with ample shade. Noteworthy examples are anthurium crystallinum and anthurium clarinervium, both featuring sizeable, soft, dark green leaves with silvery white veining.

Because anthurium can bloom effectively indoors, hybridization has become popular, allowing for many different hybrids to become available.

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