Q.Stems Of New Leaves On My Anthurium Are Breaking Before The Leaf Opens. It Seems As Though The Leaves Get Stuck And The Stem Curls
over and keeps growing until it breaks. Otherwise the plant is healthy. Any ideas?
BushDoctor
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Answered on December 19, 2019
It sounds like a lack of light. This can cause stems to elongate, becoming brittle, however your photo did not come through so I can't confirm this.
Sometimes, this can happen with overwatering, as well.
This article will help you to care for them properly: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/anthurium/anthurium-care.htm
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