Anthurium Red Kokedama Extra Large measures around 21 inches tall by 21 inches wide with an 8 inch moss ball. The display plate is not included.
CARE: Anthurium plants can tolerate all levels of indirect light, but anthuriums growing in low light will have fewer flowers and will grow slower. Anthuriums cannot tolerate direct light as it can burn the leaves. Anthuriums grow best in bright, indirect light. Water the kokedama ball when it becomes drier by immersing it in water for 10-15 minutes. Don't overwater as anthuriums are susceptible to root rot. Anthurium plants do not require much fertilizer. Use a one-quarter strength fertilizer once every three to four months. Anthuriums grow best with temperatures higher than 13°C (ideally between 21-32°C and with at least 80% humidity). Because of this, many people showcase anthuriums in their bathroom décor! To increase humidity, you can display your kokedama on a pebble tray or place next to a humidifier. Lower humidity conditions may lead to leaf crisping or tearing.
To get the best blooms, use a fertilizer that has a higher phosphorus number (the middle number). Since anthuriums have such thick leaves, they don’t generally attract chewing pests. They are more likely to attract sucking insects that feed on plant sap. Keep a close watch on your plant so any potential infestations are caught early. Wipe down the leaves with a Pyrethrin-based insecticide or using a horticultural soap and oil spray can help control any problems that could develop.
Warning - Anthurium plants contain calcium oxalate crystals in the form of raphides. They are toxic to humans and pets if ingested! Coming in contact with any internal liquid of the plant results in painful stinging and burning with symptoms occurring for up to two weeks. Sap from the plant that comes in contact with bare skin will also cause these symptoms in many people. Trust me, it does not tickle... It hurts.
Anthurium Red Extra Large
Anthuriums are in the Arum family Araceae and encompass a group of plants with 1,000 species colloquially known as aroids. Anthuriums are native to the Andes Mountains range in Colombia and Ecuador in South America and are now well distributed in tropical regions such as Hawaii. The perceived colourful “flowers” of the Anthurium are actually modified leaf-like bract called a spathe. The true flowers of the plant grow from the center structure called an inflorescence. Many plants in this Araceae family are thermogenic (heat-producing). Their flowers can reach up to 45 °C even when the surrounding air temperature is much lower. This helps it attract insects (usually beetles) to pollinate the plant.
