Troubleshooting
Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' problems — and how to fix them
Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' (Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Brown leaf tips and edges
Usually low humidity or salt/fluoride build-up from tap water; raise humidity, flush the pot and use filtered or rainwater.
No flowers
Too little light or over-feeding with high nitrogen. Move to brighter indirect light and switch to a higher-phosphorus feed.
Yellowing lower leaves
Most often overwatering and soggy roots; let the mix dry further and confirm the pot drains freely.
Faded or greenish spathes
Insufficient light or simply spathes ageing; brighten the position, and remove old blooms once they green and fade.
Prevent anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' problems before they start
Most anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common anthurium problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' watering schedule
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' light requirements
- Best soil mix for anthurium andraeanum 'alabama'
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' temperature & humidity
- Full anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' care guide
Looking for the species overview? Anthurium — the full care guide.
Anthurium andraeanum 'Alabama' problems — FAQ
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' brown leaf tips and edges?
Usually low humidity or salt/fluoride build-up from tap water; raise humidity, flush the pot and use filtered or rainwater.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' no flowers?
Too little light or over-feeding with high nitrogen. Move to brighter indirect light and switch to a higher-phosphorus feed.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' yellowing lower leaves?
Most often overwatering and soggy roots; let the mix dry further and confirm the pot drains freely.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'alabama' faded or greenish spathes?
Insufficient light or simply spathes ageing; brighten the position, and remove old blooms once they green and fade.