{"product_id":"anthurium-peltigerum","title":"Anthurium peltigerum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e is an unusual foliage Anthurium with peltate leaves, meaning the petiole attaches underneath the blade, inside the leaf outline. This gives the leaves a shield-like outline and a distinctive vein pattern, with strong basal veins running outward through the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plant grows as an epiphytic Anthurium and can develop broad, rounded leaves as it sizes up. Mature blades are green, firm and strongly patterned by radiating veins and parallel tertiary venation, with a shield-like form that shows clearly from above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFast-scan traits on Anthurium peltigerum\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epiphytic Anthurium with a strong root system and broad leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peltate blades with the petiole attached beneath the leaf surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basal veins travel toward the apex, with many parallel tertiary veins between them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm green foliage with a shield-like profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native from southwestern Colombia to Ecuador, with Andean Colombian records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePeltate leaf form and Andean habitat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e is native from southwestern Colombia to Ecuador and is recorded as an epiphytic herb in wet tropical conditions. Colombian records place it in Andean regions at roughly 950–2100 m elevation, where moisture, airflow and an open root zone occur together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe peltate blade gives the species its distinctive shape. Because the petiole joins the leaf from beneath, the veins radiate differently from cordate Anthuriums. As the plant matures, each leaf shows more shield-like geometry, especially with consistent moisture and enough light for firm petioles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare for \u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in bright filtered light. Strong, indirect light allows larger leaves to develop and a sturdier petiole-to-blade connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the mix lightly moist, then water again once the upper layer has begun to dry. The epiphytic roots need oxygen between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a coarse Anthurium mix with bark, coco chips, perlite, pumice and a little sphagnum or fine organic material for moisture retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoot space:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep, airy pot or basket-style setup gives the thick roots room and reduces compaction around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aim for 60–80% relative humidity with airflow. The broad blades benefit from stable humidity while expanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep warm, ideally 20–28 °C. Cooler nights should stay mild and the substrate should drain quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed lightly during active growth. Large leaves need steady nutrition, but high salt levels can damage roots and margins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot when roots are tight or the mix has degraded. Refresh the substrate before it turns dense around the epiphytic roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hold the blade and petiole when moving the plant. Peltate leaves can be stressed where the petiole meets the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide only established plants with multiple growth points. Keep divisions warm and evenly moist while roots re-establish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon issues on Anthurium peltigerum\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak petioles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check exposure level and root health. Large peltate blades need enough energy and a strong root system to hold well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellowing after watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect the substrate for compaction. Epiphytic roots decline quickly when air spaces collapse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry or torn new leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stabilise humidity and reduce physical contact while the blade is expanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown spotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improve airflow and keep foliage drier overnight. Warm, wet leaf surfaces can encourage bacterial or fungal problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStalled growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review warmth, light and root space before increasing fertiliser. This species often sizes up gradually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAnthurium peltigerum growing notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e often shows its peltate attachment before it reaches mature blade size. With age, the spacing between leaves, petiole length and vein pattern become more pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAnthurium peltigerum safety notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e should be kept away from children and animals that may chew foliage or stems. Anthuriums contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that can irritate the mouth, lips, tongue, throat, skin and eyes. Use clean tools and wash hands after cutting or dividing the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAnthurium peltigerum name background\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe accepted botanical name is \u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e Sodiro, in the family Araceae. The genus name \u003cem\u003eAnthurium\u003c\/em\u003e is formed from Greek words for “flower” and “tail”, referring to the spadix. The species epithet \u003cem\u003epeltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the peltate, shield-bearing leaf form that gives this species its distinctive outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthurium peltigerum\u003c\/em\u003e develops shield-like peltate leaves with radiating veins, firm green blades and epiphytic root growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-09.webp?v=1776358831\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-10.webp?v=1776358832\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-11.webp?v=1776358833\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-12.webp?v=1776358833\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-13.webp?v=1776358834\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-14.webp?v=1776358834\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-15.webp?v=1776358835\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-02.webp?v=1776358827\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-03.webp?v=1776358829\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-04.webp?v=1776358828\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-05.webp?v=1776358829\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-06.webp?v=1776358830\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5115\/4506\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-07.webp?v=1776358831\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foliage Factory","offers":[{"title":"Baby (XS)","offer_id":54363357970742,"sku":"MM-MEC-1296","price":13.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":54363358003510,"sku":"MM-MEC-0223","price":51.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/4182\/9430\/files\/anthurium-peltigerum-01.webp?v=1785757244","url":"https:\/\/enclothin.com\/products\/anthurium-peltigerum","provider":"enclothin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}