Troubleshooting
Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' problems — and how to fix them
Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' (Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory') 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 buildup from tap water. Raise humidity above 60% and water with rain or filtered water, flushing the pot periodically.
Few or no flowers
Most often too little light or no feeding. Move to brighter indirect light and use a half-strength bloom fertiliser in the growing season.
Yellowing lower leaves
Typically overwatering or a heavy, water-retentive mix. Let the top few centimetres dry between waterings and repot into a chunky, airy aroid blend.
Root rot
Soggy media plus poor drainage rots the thick epiphytic roots. Unpot, trim mushy roots, and replant in fresh fast-draining mix in a pot with drainage holes.
Prevent anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' problems before they start
Most anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' 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 'Purple Victory' watering schedule
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' light requirements
- Best soil mix for anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory'
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' temperature & humidity
- Full anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' care guide
Looking for the species overview? Anthurium — the full care guide.
Anthurium andraeanum 'Purple Victory' problems — FAQ
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' brown leaf tips and edges?
Usually low humidity or salt/fluoride buildup from tap water. Raise humidity above 60% and water with rain or filtered water, flushing the pot periodically.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' few or no flowers?
Most often too little light or no feeding. Move to brighter indirect light and use a half-strength bloom fertiliser in the growing season.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' yellowing lower leaves?
Typically overwatering or a heavy, water-retentive mix. Let the top few centimetres dry between waterings and repot into a chunky, airy aroid blend.
Why is my anthurium andraeanum 'purple victory' root rot?
Soggy media plus poor drainage rots the thick epiphytic roots. Unpot, trim mushy roots, and replant in fresh fast-draining mix in a pot with drainage holes.