How to care for a Anthurium Plowmanii

How To Care for an Anthurium Plowmanii

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright indirect light to some morning direct sun, but can tolerate medium indirect light. Not suited for harsh afternoon sun or low light conditions.

Watering requirements

Water weekly, allowing half the soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

Unlike many other anthuriums that climb or vine, plowmanii grows in a rosette form — meaning the leaves spread out in a circular pattern from a central point. It kind of looks like a green, leafy birds nest!!

Plant Origin

Brazil, Peru

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Anthurium Plowmanii:
  • Leaf elongation:

Not enough light, or too far away from the light source

  • Yellowing leaves:

Overwatering, or too much direct sunlight

  • Browning leaves:

Underwatered, or low humidity