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Anthurium 'White'
Anthurium 'White'
Description: Anthurium 'White' is an elegant tropical plant admired for its pristine white spathes and glossy green foliage. This variety produces elongated spathes that are creamy white in color, adding a touch of sophistication to any indoor space. Anthurium 'White' is prized for its long-lasting blooms and ornamental foliage, making it a popular choice for enhancing the beauty of homes and offices.
🌿 Botanical Name: Anthurium 'White'
🐾 Pet Warning: Anthurium plants, including 'White', contain calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation if ingested. Keep them out of reach of pets.
💧 Care Level: Moderate. Anthurium 'White' requires specific care to encourage blooming and maintain healthy foliage.
📏 Approximate Size: Anthurium 'White' can grow to about 12-24 inches (30-60 cm) in height, with spathes reaching up to 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) in length.
🌞 Light: Anthurium 'White' prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, as it may scorch the leaves. However, it can tolerate lower light conditions, although flowering may be less prolific.
💧 Water: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Anthurium 'White' prefers slightly more humid conditions than other houseplants.
💦 Humidity: Anthurium 'White' thrives in high humidity environments. Increase humidity by misting the leaves regularly, placing the plant on a pebble tray filled with water, or using a humidifier.
🌡️ Temperature: Anthurium 'White' prefers temperatures between 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C). Protect it from drafts and temperature extremes.
❄️ Hardiness: Anthurium 'White' is not cold-hardy and should be kept indoors in most climates.
🌱 Fertilizing: Feed Anthurium 'White' with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half the recommended strength every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce fertilizing frequency in the fall and winter.
🔄 Re-potting: Repot Anthurium 'White' every 1-2 years or when it outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger pot.
🌱 Propagation: Anthurium 'White' can be propagated through division or by collecting seeds from mature flowers. Ensure each division or cutting has at least one healthy leaf and root node.