anthurium marmoratum

Care level

Difficult

This plant is recognized by its large leaves that have a soft, velvety surface, sometimes showing speckles of reddish or grayish green, and are much longer than they are wide. It can grow attached to trees or directly in the ground, featuring very long leaf stalks.

Care & maintenance

Light

Moderate indirect light

All areas of your interior that are roughly equidistant between shade and sun. These areas benefit from slight brightness throughout the day.

Temperature

Wide range (15°C - 28°C)

Fertilization frequency

Moderate

Monthly during the growing period.

Humidity & watering

High

Keep the soil constantly moist.

An ambiant humidity between 60 and 90% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Epiphyte mix: An extremely well-draining, airy substrate that mimics tree bark. Allows roots to breathe while providing intermittent moisture.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Very large

Climbing

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach over 180 cm in height or spread.

It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.

Toxicity

Toxicity table by species
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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Flowering & not self-pollinating

The anthurium marmoratum can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

The plant was first described in 1903 based on a specimen found near rivers in Ecuador. However, there is ongoing discussion among experts about whether plants currently called this name are truly that original type, with some similar-looking plants coming from different places, including Colombia.
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