Anthurium veitchii Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
King Anthurium, scientifically known as Anthurium veitchii, is a relatively rare plant native to Colombia. It has large, showy leaves. King anthurium is an epiphytic plant that can grow up to four or six feet tall and prefers tropical and subtropical areas. In addition, this plant belongs to the genus Anthurium, which is toxic to pets if ingested.
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King Anthurium
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Plant Type
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Herbs
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Anthurium veitchii
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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 veitchii Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Anthurium veitchii.
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Water Needs
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Average
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Cups
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Generally, Anthurium veitchii needs water once every
9 days in 0.8
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Anthurium veitchii needs about 0.2 L per 9 days. |
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Anthurium veitchii Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Anthurium veitchii to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 80°F
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Humidity Preference |
Medium
The ideal humidity range for your Anthurium veitchii to thrive is between 50% and 60%. |
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Anthurium veitchii Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Anthurium veitchii. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Anthurium veitchii 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 veitchii Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Anthurium veitchii plant. |
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Maximum Height |
72 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
48 Inches or
2 meters
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Color |
Green
White
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Anthurium veitchii toxic to pets? |
Yes
Anthurium veitchii is also toxic to dogs and humans if chewed. |
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Garden Style |
Patio And Containers
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Anthurium veitchii Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Anthurium veitchii, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
root division
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Flowering season |
No flowers
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Anthurium veitchii Native Region |
Find out where the Anthurium veitchii plant originated. |
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Country |
Colombia
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