Anthurium metallicum Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Anthurium metallic is a rare tropical houseplant native to the rainforests of Colombia. It is known for its large, elongated leaves, which can reach over 4 feet in height in nature. Anthurium needs specific care to thrive. It grows in warm, humid conditions with indirect and filtered light.
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Anthurium metallicum
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Plant Type
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Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Anthurium metallicum
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Genus
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Anthurium
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Family
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Araceae
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Order
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Alismatales
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Class
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Monocotyledons
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Anthurium metallicum Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Anthurium metallicum.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Anthurium metallicum needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Anthurium metallicum needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Anthurium metallicum Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Anthurium metallicum to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
65°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
The ideal humidity range for your Anthurium metallicum to thrive is between 50% and 60%. |
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Anthurium metallicum Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Anthurium metallicum. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Anthurium metallicum plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
loam
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
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Anthurium metallicum Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Anthurium metallicum plant. |
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Maximum Height |
36 Inches or
1 meters
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Spread |
30 Inches or
1 meters
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Color |
Green
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Anthurium metallicum toxic to pets? |
Yes
Anthurium metallicum contains calcium oxalate crystals that can cause negative reactions in pets and humans. |
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Anthurium metallicum Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Anthurium metallicum, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
medium
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Anthurium metallicum Native Region |
Find out where the Anthurium metallicum plant originated. |
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Country |
South America
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