In addition to the brightly colored bracts with the interesting spadix, the intensely colored foliage makes the flamingo flower particularly attractive. If the leaves change colour, this is not always a sign of aging.
If the anthurium does not get enough light, the leaves turn yellow
Causes can also be:
- A wrong location
- waterlogging
- vermin infestation
Too little light
Anturias thrive on the soil of sparse rainforests or as epiphytes on the jungle giants. As a result, they need a lot of light. In the blazing sun or in the shade, however, the ornamental plants do not feel comfortable. If it gets yellow leaves, the location is usually too dark. Then place Flamingo flower by a bright east or west window or use a plant lamp (€21.99) to compensate for the lack of light.
waterlogging
Anthuriums prefer an air-permeable, acidic substrate with an additional layer of drainage. If too much water is constantly poured or the water accumulates, root rot often occurs. As a result, the foliage changes color and the plant dies. Repot the flamingo flower quickly, it can often be saved that way. Water significantly less in the future.
pest infestation
Dry heating air favors the spread of harmful insects such as spider mites and mealybugs. If this goes unnoticed, the anthurium gets yellow leaves and worries.
Spider mites are so small that they can often hardly be seen with the naked eye. If you mist the plant, the webs will become visible.
Mealybugs and mealybugs can be recognized by a white or dark coating on the underside of the leaves, under which the pests hide, well protected from environmental influences. They excrete honeydew, which forms a sticky layer on the green. Brown leaf spots often appear as well, caused by sooty mold.
If you fight the insects with an effective household remedy or an insecticide, the anthurium usually recovers quickly. You can simply cut out yellow leaves.
tips
Anthuriums do not like lime and also react to changes in pH with leaf discoloration. If you water the plant mainly with tap water, it should be repotted annually or at least the substrate should be replaced.