How to care for a Anthurium Veitchii

How To Care for an Anthurium Veitchii

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

In its native habitat, Anthurium 'Veitchii' often grows as an epiphyte on trees. This means it lives perched on branches, using its roots to absorb moisture and nutrients from the air and debris around it, rather than from soil.

Plant Origin

Colombia

Common Sad Plant Signs

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