Anthurium ‘Pterodactyl’ Variegated
Anthurium ‘Pterodactyl’ · Araceae
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Leaf close-up
Variegation detail
Quick facts
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Anthurium
- Type
- Variegated anthurium (trade name)
- Habit
- Not documented for this plant
- Mature spread
- Not documented for this plant
- Light
- Bright, indirect
- Water
- Top 2–3 cm dry
- Humidity
- 60 %+
- Temperature
- 18–29 °C
- Soil
- Moist, well-drained mix
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Toxicity
- Toxic — calcium oxalates
Identifying
- Overview
- ‘Pterodactyl’ Variegated is a trade name for a variegated Anthurium sold as a foliage houseplant. No published parentage was found in the sources checked (Kew’s Plants of the World Online, NC State Extension, and the aroidcultivars.org registry), so any cross stated by sellers is unconfirmed.
- Family
- Araceae, the arum family. Like other anthuriums, it bears small flowers on a spadix with a spathe below.
Care & growing
- light
- Bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves, and too little light slows growth.
- water
- Water when the top 2–3 cm of mix feel dry to the touch.
- humidity
- 60 % or higher. Leaf tips turn brown when humidity is too low.
- temperature
- 18–29 °C. Not frost hardy; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
- soil
- Moist, well-drained potting mix.
Uses
Grown as an ornamental foliage houseplant.
All parts are harmful if eaten, and the sap can irritate skin and eyes; wear gloves when handling or dividing.
Toxicity & safety
Toxic to cats, dogs, and people
All parts contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Chewing causes oral pain, drooling, and swelling; ingestion can cause vomiting. Contact a veterinarian or poison control if ingested.
Toxic to people. Place out of reach of children. Sap contact can irritate skin — wash after pruning. Toxic to cats and dogs. Place out of reach of pets.
Propagation
- Division. Divide the plant when repotting, which is best done in spring.
- Stem cuttings. Anthuriums can also be propagated from stem cuttings.
Varieties & cultivars
- ‘Pterodactyl’ Variegated — This entry; a variegated trade-name plant with no published parentage.
- A. pedatoradiatum and A. podophyllum — Separate Anthurium species native to Mexico, listed in this index as related plants.
FAQ
- What is ‘Pterodactyl’ a cross of?
- No published parentage was found in the sources checked, including Kew’s Plants of the World Online and the aroidcultivars.org registry. Sellers name different parents, so treat any stated cross as unconfirmed.
- Why are the leaf tips browning?
- In anthuriums, leaf tips turn brown when humidity is too low, and direct sun can scorch leaves. Keep the plant in bright, indirect light and raise the humidity.
- Is it safe around pets?
- No. Anthuriums contain insoluble calcium oxalates and are listed as toxic to dogs and cats. Keep it out of reach, and contact a veterinarian if a pet chews it.