Reasons for Yellowing Leaves on Anthurium and How to Fix Them
Anthurium is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant. Its flowers resemble those of the peace lily (Spathiphyllum), but are pink or scarlet, and the flowering period can last as long as 2-4 months. Its leaves are borne singly, heart-shaped or ovate, dark green in color with a certain gloss. It works both as a foliage plant and as a flowering plant, and has considerable development prospects. However, yellowing leaves are a common problem during cultivation, usually caused by mistakes in cultivation methods. Below, Qinnong Net introduces the reasons for yellowing leaves on anthurium and how to fix them.
1. Improper watering
If the young leaves at the top of the anthurium turn pale yellow, the older leaves also gradually turn yellow, and the new shoots shrivel, this is because overwatering makes the soil in the pot too wet, the soil is not breathable, the roots rot, and the leaves then turn yellow.
Solution:
When watering, control the amount so that no standing water accumulates. You can loosen the soil around the anthurium from time to time to help the soil breathe. If the color of the top leaves is normal but the lower leaves gradually turn yellow and dry from the bottom upward until they drop, this is caused by prolonged drought in the potting soil. In that case, water moderately, remember to water thoroughly, and keep the soil moist.
2. Insufficient light
Anthurium is a plant that needs a certain amount of light. Apart from providing some shade in summer when the light is too strong, it can receive full light in winter, and at other times make sure it gets plenty of indirect light. If the anthurium is kept in a place without sunlight for a long time or exposed to the blazing sun for a long time, yellow leaves are very likely as well.
3. Potting soil problems
When the leaves of the anthurium appear thin and yellow, it may be due to insufficient fertilizer, an unsuitable pot size, or not repotting for a long time. So choose a suitable pot, gradually increase fertilizer during the growing process to maintain sufficient nutrients, and repot in time. The soil should preferably be loose, breathable and contain a certain amount of nutrients. Place a few pieces of brick at the bottom of the pot, which helps drainage even more.
4. Fertilizer requirements
If fertilizer and water are lacking for a long time and only plain water is used for care, the leaves will turn yellow due to insufficient nutrients. But if the leaves are uneven and bumpy, the new leaves are very thick, and the old leaves begin to turn yellow, then fertilizer burn has occurred. At this point stop fertilizing and water generously; you can also sow some vegetable seeds in the pot to help absorb the fertilizer and bring the plant back to a normal state.
The above is Qinnong Net's summary of the reasons for yellowing leaves on anthurium and the solutions. Anthurium represents “passion, boldness, and joy” and can be used on festive occasions such as celebrations and ceremonies. However, anthurium belongs to the Araceae family and is therefore somewhat toxic, so be careful not to touch it with your skin too often. The anthurium itself does not give off any toxic odor, so it can be kept indoors at home with peace of mind.