Anthurium clavigerum is a species of plant in the genus Anthurium. Native to Central and South America, it ranges from Honduras to central and western Brazil. This epiphyte has distinctive leaves that are deeply lobed and sometimes sinuous edges. The main stem can be several meters long and the palmate leaves can be 2 meters (6 ft 7 in) across, giving it the largest foliage of any Anthurium in Central America.
Lizard's tail anthurium has strong resistance to disease and is typically not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens generally do not require pruning. Smaller plants should be pruned after they have bloomed. Lizard's tail anthurium is appropriate for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Anthurium Clavigerum.
Light
Lizard's tail anthurium is native to habitats like forest understories and rocky areas, where it grows in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adjust to full sun or full shade, showing its versatile, hardy nature.
Temperature
Lizard's tail anthurium comes from tropical regions, where the climate is usually warm and humid. Therefore, it is adapted to high heat and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a steady temperature, so avoiding indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It typically cannot endure cold temperatures and needs warmer conditions to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
The best time to fertilize a Lizard's tail anthurium is in early spring as it comes out of dormancy. This encourages overall growth and flower development. Fertilizing improves foliage, stems, and branches, while encouraging large, vivid, and long-lasting blooms. It also helps transport nutrients from the roots to the flowers and enhances the plant's health and resistance to disease.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Vine
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Anthurium
- Family
- Araceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 2.13 m to 3.05 m
- Mature Spread
- 0.91 m to 1.52 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White, Green
- Flower Size
- 15.24 cm to 20.32 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
- Harvest Time
- Late spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early spring, Mid spring
- Native Area
- Colombia, Honduras, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Guyana, Brazil, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama
Other names.
