The hallmark of an Anthurium clarinervium is its heart-shaped leaves. In this respect, the heart leaf flower differs from its counterparts with the colorful inflorescences. This brings variety to the anthurium collection. You can find out how best to propagate the extraordinary Anthurium clarinervium here.
How can I propagate my Anthurium clarinervium?
To successfully propagate an Anthurium clarinervium, both propagation by dividing the root ball and leafy cuttings with roots are suitable. For both methods, a bright, partially shaded location and lime-free water are crucial.
How can I propagate my Anthurium clarinervium?
The best way to propagate an Anthurium clarinervium is bydividingandcuttings. The heart leaf flower thrives in Mexico as an epiphyte. For this reason, their root ball consists predominantly of aerial roots, which speaks for the uncomplicated propagation through division. Its distinctive, heart-shaped leaves emerge directly from the rootstock. This growth characteristic is advantageous for successful propagation of cuttings.
Anthurium clarinervium rarely flowers and fruits
The blossom of a sweetheart flower is a rarity. In contrast to other anthurium varieties, propagation through pollination, seed harvesting and sowing is of secondary importance for Anthurium clarinervium.
How do I propagate Anthurium clarinervium by division?
To propagate an Anthurium clarinervium by division, the pottedroot ball is divided into several segments. The following short instructions explain step by step how to properly divide a sweetheart flower:
- The best time to repot is in spring.
- Unpotting the heart leaf flower.
- Shake off or rinse the substrate.
- Pull the root ball apart with both hands into two or three pieces.
- Plant each section in a pot with orchid soil.
- Pour and spray with lime-free water.
- Ideally keep cuttings slightly moist in a bright bathroom or in a warm, partially shaded window seat.
- Do not fertilize young sweetheart flowers until new leaves emerge.
How do I propagate Anthurium clarinervium through cuttings?
To propagate an Anthurium clarinervium from cuttings, cut off leafy shoots withroot bases. Root roots can be recognized as nodules at the bottom of the shoot. Cut a cutting below the node using sharp, disinfected scissors. How to proceed:
- Place anthurium cuttings in a glass.
- Pour in low-lime water.
- Ideally place in a heated indoor greenhouse.
- Let it root in a partially shaded location at an optimal temperature of 25° Celsius.
- Change the water regularly.
- Do not add liquid fertilizer to the water.
- Pot the heart leaf flower cutting when roots at least 2 cm long have formed.
Tip
Anthurium clarinervium is poisonous
Please wear gloves when propagating a sweetheart flower. Anthurium clarinervium and other anthurium varieties are poisonous. The aroid family contains calcium oxalates and pungent substances. Direct skin contact can cause itching, swelling and blistering. Intentional or unintentional consumption of the leaves causes mild to moderate gastrointestinal distress in children, sensitive adults, and pets.
