Anthurium pedatoradiatum

🌿 Anthurium pedatoradiatum is a climbing tropical plant from the Araceae family, native to the rainforests of Central and South America. This intermediate-level houseplant features deeply lobed leaves that radiate outward, creating a unique hand-like appearance. In its natural habitat, it climbs trees using aerial roots, reaching impressive heights. Fun fact: the name "pedatoradiatum" comes from Latin, meaning "radiating like a foot," which perfectly describes its distinctive leaf structure that sets it apart from other Anthuriums.
FOLIAGE AND GROWTH HABIT
This climbing beauty develops deeply dissected leaves that radiate from a central point, with each lobe extending outward like fingers. Mature leaves can reach up to 30-40 cm across with a matte, velvety texture. The foliage emerges light green and deepens to a rich, dark green as it matures. New leaves unfurl in a dramatic fashion, starting as tight spirals before expanding into their characteristic hand-shaped form.
FLOWER DETAILS
The plant produces typical Anthurium-style flowers with a spadix and spathe structure. The spathe is creamy white to pale green, creating a subtle contrast against the dark foliage. While not fragrant, the flowers add architectural interest when they appear. Flowering happens sporadically throughout the year when the plant is mature and happy. To encourage blooms, provide bright indirect light, maintain consistent humidity above 60%, and feed regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
🌞 Light: Bright indirect light for 6-8 hours daily. Tolerates some morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon rays
💧 Water: Keep soil lightly moist spring through fall. Water when top 2-3 cm feels dry. Reduce frequency in winter. Bottom watering works well
🌡️ Humidity: Thrives in 60-80% humidity range
🪴 Soil: Chunky, well-draining mix with orchid bark, perlite, and peat moss
🏺 Potting: Terracotta or plastic pot with drainage holes, sized just larger than root ball. Repot every 2-3 years in spring
🌱 Growth rate: Moderate climber, producing 4-6 new leaves yearly. Can reach 1-2 metres with support. Maximum mature size is 2-3 metres indoors
👩‍🌾 Fertilizing: Monthly during spring and summer with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer. Pause feeding in fall and winter
🐾 Pet friendly: No. Contains calcium oxalate crystals that are toxic to cats and dogs, causing mouth irritation, drooling, and digestive upset if ingested
WHERE TO PUT IT
Place this climber near an east or west-facing window where it receives filtered morning or evening light. It thrives in bathrooms with higher humidity or near humidifiers in living rooms and bedrooms. Provide a moss pole, trellis, or support structure for the plant to climb naturally. Avoid cold drafts from windows or air conditioning vents, and keep away from heating registers that create dry air. Not suitable for low-light corners or rooms with minimal natural light.