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Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

4.7 out of 5 (3 experiences)

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

About Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

Anthurium crystallinum x magnificum is a hybrid of two already stunning Anthurium species. Though they can be difficult to find, these plants are certainly a showstopper. Their leaves emerge a glittering red and settle to green as they mature, and their venation combines the delicate patterns of both species. ♠️

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Anthurium crystallinum x magnificum

Genus

Anthurium

Family

Araceae

Order

Alismatales

How to care for Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

💦 Water

How often to water your Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Anthurium crystallinum magnificum in your home

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Anthurium crystallinum magnificum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Anthurium crystallinum magnificum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Anthurium crystallinum magnificum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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💦 Water Needs

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

💨 Humidity

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

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💩 Fertilizer

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

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❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Anthurium crystallinum magnificum to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

🌎 Native Region

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum is native to the Americas.

🌸 Flowers

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum does not flower.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Anthurium crystallinum magnificum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
To get the cutting to root, you can either:
- Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
- Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Anthurium crystallinum magnificum, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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Care Summary for Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Large, lush leaves 3

Fast grower 1

@@JuJuBeans

58 Plants

8,197 XP

Decatur, GA

12/19/2021

This diva works overtime to grab your attention, so afraid something will happen to her, I got her aroid mix, filter her water, use a moisture, soil ph meter and hover over her. Will provide a verdict after six months.

Large, lush leaves

Fast grower

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum plant photo by @JuJuBeans named Sophie on Greg, the plant care app.

@Plantmama

1 Plants

29 XP

Kenora, Ontario

12/13/2021

Pricey but beautiful plant. Difficult to find!

Large, lush leaves

Anthurium crystallinum magnificum plant photo by Plantmama named Jeremy on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Simonestroud

35 Plants

849 XP

06/11/2021

Requires high humidity when you first bring it home. It will acclimate a little although quite slowly. Position your Crystallinum close to your humidifier and it won’t be as fussy as you might expect. Sparkly, Gorgeous and well worth the effort!

Large, lush leaves