Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Araceae
Anthurium metallicum
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Anthurium metallicum
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Airy + fast-draining • Light moisture buffer • Bark-based • Medium-chunky
Temperature
Ideal: 18–27 °C • Avoid below: 15 °C
Humidity
Humid 60–80 % +
Growth habit
Subshrub or epiphyte from wet tropical Colombia.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 100 cm • Max. spread: 80 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Native to Colombia
Outdoor growing
Outside from 15 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Anthurium metallicum
Anthurium metallicum is a Colombian Anthurium species recorded from Cundinamarca, where it grows in wet tropical conditions as a subshrub or epiphyte. In cultivation, it needs an airy root zone, warm conditions, filtered light and steady humidity during leaf expansion.
This species grows best in an open Anthurium setup with light moisture, stable warmth and enough space for elongated new blades to expand without rubbing against shelves or neighbouring plants.
Root zone and growth form of Anthurium metallicum
- Species status: Accepted Anthurium species in Araceae.
- Origin: Native to Colombia, with Cundinamarca listed for its range.
- Growth form: Subshrub or epiphyte, suited to an open Anthurium mix.
- Habitat type: Wet tropical background with warm, humid growing conditions.
- Leaf form: Elongated blades need space as they expand and harden.
- Root zone: Anthurium roots need drainage and structure after watering.
Foliage and root-zone setup
Anthurium metallicum grows best in a potting setup that keeps moisture available while allowing air to pass through the root zone. Bark, coarse fibre and mineral pieces prevent the mix from becoming dense around the base of the plant.
New blades are most vulnerable while expanding; stable humidity and gentle airflow help the tissue harden cleanly. Keep foliage clear of surfaces that can rub or mark fresh leaf tissue.
Care for Anthurium metallicum
- Light: Keep the plant in bright filtered light. Direct sun can burn tender or dark leaf surfaces.
- Water: Maintain light, even moisture and let excess water drain away completely.
- Substrate: Use a coarse Anthurium mix that holds some moisture while keeping the roots aerated.
- Humidity: Keep humidity steady during leaf expansion to reduce edge stress and surface marking.
- Temperature: Grow warm and avoid cold wet substrate, especially overnight.
- Airflow: Gentle movement around the leaves and crown reduces stagnant moisture.
- Leaf care: Keep elongated foliage clear of shelves, glass and neighbouring plants that can rub the surface.
Issues with Anthurium metallicum
- Yellowing and soft roots: Improve drainage and replace compact substrate if the pot stays wet for days.
- Dry brown edges: Check humidity stability, watering consistency and root condition.
- Surface marks: Give fresh leaves more space and reduce handling while the blades harden.
- Cold stress: Move the plant away from cold glass and keep the root zone warm after watering.
- Slow leaf expansion: Increase humidity stability and confirm the mix is open rather than dense.
Safety for Anthurium metallicum
Anthurium metallicum contains calcium oxalate crystals. Keep it away from pets and children that may chew the plant, and avoid contact with sap around eyes or sensitive skin.
Botanical background
Anthurium metallicum was published by Schott in 1860 and is accepted as a Colombian species. The epithet means metallic.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
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