anthurium
balaoanum
balaoanum
Care level
Difficult
This rare beauty stands out with its dramatically elongated leaves that can stretch up to three feet long, featuring a unique bullate texture that creates a quilted appearance. The young leaves emerge with a stunning bronze color before maturing to deep green, creating an ever-changing display of colors on the same plant.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Warm (64.4°F - 82.4°F)
Fertilization frequency
Moderate
Monthly during the growing period.
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
Wide/Shallow
Prefer a pot that is wider than it is deep.
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Features
Size & growth
Medium
Climbing
Slow growth
This plant grows slowly. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards by attaching to supports or winding around them.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The anthurium balaoanum 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.