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Brown Tips in Anthurium

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Anthuriums produce bright waxy spathes in red, pink, or white year-round

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Anthurium care requirements

These care conditions are most relevant to brown tips in Anthurium. Check each one as a potential cause.

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Humidity
60%+ preferred.
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Water
Every 1–2 weeks. Allow top inch to dry.
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Temperature
18–27°C (65–80°F).
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Symptoms to look for in Anthurium

  • fiber_manual_recordBrown crispy leaf tips
  • fiber_manual_recordBrowning progressing inward
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Common causes in Anthurium

  • fiber_manual_recordLow humidity
  • fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
  • fiber_manual_recordFluoride or salt build-up
  • fiber_manual_recordFertiliser burn
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How to diagnose brown tips in Anthurium

Check humidity and watering frequency. If soil is dry, underwatering is likely. If soil is moist, check humidity levels.

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How to treat brown tips in Anthurium

Increase humidity with a humidifier or pebble tray. Water more consistently. Flush soil if salt build-up is suspected.

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Preventing brown tips in Anthurium

Maintain 50%+ humidity. Water with filtered or distilled water. Avoid over-fertilising.

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