Anthuriums Looking Sad

Question

Hi, I have three, two of which are not looking their best for some reason and I am not sure what I have done wrong. First the white one used to flower so much and be very thick. It is not flowering currently and it appears to be producing larger than normal leaves. The red was purchase at the same time as the black one and in the beginning it was flowering fine but know the leaves and flowers are crinkly rather than smooth as they were for the first 6 months or so. The black one is fine and producing well What have I done to my favourite plants?

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Answer 1

I suspect they may be overwatered. Anthurium should be allowed to dry out between waterings. They also need humidity. If you don't have a humidifier in the room you can add a pebble tray under the containers. (See below. The photo in that article on pebble trays is not a good one. The containers should not be touching the bark or whatever that is. The containers should sit on the pebbles above the water so the roots do not absorb the water. It is only to add humidity to the air.)

Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/what-is-a-pebble-tray.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/anthurium/anthurium-care.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/anthurium/anthurium-watering-instructions.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/anthurium/anthurium-plant-pests.htm