Anthurium Pentaphyllum (Anthurium Pentaphyllum) is a perennial herb in the Araceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Anthurium pentaphyllum is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family, native to Mexico, South Tropical America, and Trinidad-Tobago. It is an epiphyte or lithophyte growing primarily in wet tropical biomes.

Anthurium Pentaphyllum

Anthurium Pentaphyllum

Anthurium Pentaphyllum

Anthurium pentaphyllum is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family, native to Mexico, South Tropical America, and Trinidad-Tobago. It is an epiphyte or lithophyte growing primarily in wet tropical biomes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Anthurium Pentaphyllum

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Araceae
Genus:Anthurium