How to Cultivate Anthuriums Using the Leaf Roll Method
Anthuriums are very popular indoor plants thanks to their beautiful colored flowers and easy maintenance. If you want to grow anthuriums using the leaf roll method, here are some steps to follow:
1. Harvest an Anthurium Leaf in Good Health
Start by choosing a healthy plant. Select a mature, disease-free leaf. You can take a leaf by cutting the petiole near the main stem of the plant.
2. Prepare the Roll of Sheet
Place the sheet on a flat surface and cut it into strips about 5 cm wide. Then wrap the strips with the glossy part outwards to form a roll. Attach the roller with elastics or clips.
3. Prepare the Plantation Pot
Fill a plantation pot with a light and well drained mixture of soil and perlite. Make sure the pot has drainage holes to avoid water build-up.
4. Plant the Roll of Sheet
Thread the leaf roll into the pot soil, ensuring that the base of the roll is in good contact with the substrate. Add some soil around the roller to keep it in place.
5. Water and Place in a Bright Place
Lightly water the leaf roll to keep it slightly moist. Place the pot in a bright place but in direct sunlight. Anthuriums prefer bright but indirect light.
6. Keep a warm and humid environment
Anthuriums love warm and humid environments. Make sure to maintain a temperature of about 20-25°C and regularly moisten the sheet roll with a spray.
7. Monitor Root Growth and Formation
After a few weeks, you should start to see roots forming around the leaf roll. This means that your cutting of anthurium is successfully rooting. Keep monitoring plant growth and adjust watering if necessary.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can grow anthuriums using the leaf roll method successfully. Enjoy the beauty of these exotic plants in your home by growing them in a natural and efficient way.