Anthurium clarinervium
| Anthurium clarinervium | |
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| Classification | |
| Group: | Angiosperms |
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| Order: | Alismatales |
| Family: | Araceae |
| Genus: | Anthurium |
| Species: | A. clarinervium |
| Classified: | Matuda, 1952 |
| Growing | |
| Propagation: | From From division, seeds |
| Adult size: | 0.5m-1m |
| Lighting: | Medium |
| Watering: | Keep the soil slightly moist but not wet |
| Fertilization: | Monthly during active growth |
| Soil: | Well drained |
| Humidity: | High humidity preferred, low humidity tolerated |
| Other information | |
| Toxicity: | Toxic sap |
| Rarity: | Common |
| See more Anthurium | |
Common names:
Velvet cardboard Anthurium
Anthurium clarinervium is a epiphytic plant of the Araceae family. Native to tropical forests of southern Mexico, it makes an excellent houseplant and will tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.
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Name
Anthurium comes from the Greek, anthos meaning “flower,” and oura, meaning “tail”.
Clarinervium means "clearly nerved" and refers to the distinctive white veining on the leaves.
Characteristics
Foliage
A. clarinervium has dark green, heart-shaped and quite thick velvety leaves. They have white veins forming an interesting pattern. New leaves have a red hue to them that gradually fades to green as the leaf matures. The leaves can grow to around 30 cm long.
Flowers
The A. clarinervium inflorescence consists of an erect spadix enclosed in a olive green, boat-shaped spathe. The corn-like spadix is covered in small flowers.
Care
A. clarinervium wants bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct light but avoid hot midday sun or the leaves will scorch.
Use a well draining soil mix (see aroid soil) and water thoroughly, allowing excess to drain. A waterlogged soil will lead to yellow leaves.
Common issues
Yellowing/dropping leaves
Yellowing leaves are a sign of too much water. Ensure the pot has good drainage and allow the surface of the soil to dry between watering. Older leaves will naturally yellow and die eventually.
If the soil is staying moist for more than two weeks between watering, or the soil feels soggy or very wet after a week then consider repotting the plant into a smaller container: the roots staying wet for too long will lead to root rot and a quick decline in the plant's health. When repotting use a well drained mix (see aroid soil)
Sun damage
A. clarinervium cannot take direct sun, except in the early mornings or late evenings. Make sure it is situated away from parts of the home that get direct, hot midday sun.
Pests
A. clarinervium is relatively resistant to pests, however it can be affected by spider mites, mealybugs, scale, thrips and whitefly.