Anthurium pendens
Pendant Strap-Leaf Anthurium
Typical UK price
£37
Limited data
Price by size
- Sold, 90 days
- 1
- Middle half
- -
- Last sold
- 26 Aug 2026
- On record
- 2
Cutting/cormEstimate
7cm1 sold
12cmEstimate
MatureEstimate
- Sale
- Typical
- Middle half
- Estimate
for a 7cm pot
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Recent UK sales
For sale in the UK
By month
| Month | Median | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2026 | £37 | 1 |
| Jul 2026 | £72 | 1 |
Before you buy
- Count the healthy leaves; strap-leaf anthuriums grow very slowly, so buying a plant with only one leaf means a long wait before it becomes an attractive specimen
- Check for scale insects along the underside midrib of leaves; they are small, brown, and flat and easy to miss
- Roots should be firm. Check that drainage holes are visible in listing photos; root rot from waterlogged shipping medium is common
- Ask the seller how many roots the plant has; a well-rooted plant establishes far faster than a recently divided offset
About Anthurium pendens
Long, narrow, ribbon-like leaves hang vertically from Anthurium pendens rather than fanning outward, the trait it's grown for above all else. Native to cloud forest in Panama and Colombia, the compact base puts most of its energy into producing those cascading, matte-to-semi-glossy, very leathery leaves rather than a wide crown — which is exactly why it suits a hanging basket or mount where the foliage can drape freely, rather than a standard pot.
Native range
Panama to Colombia
Classification
- Genus
- Anthurium
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Wild
- Growth habit
- Epiphytic, pendant
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- LinearLong and very narrow leaves with parallel sides, similar to grass.-lanceolateLance-shaped leaves that are significantly longer than they are wide, tapering to a point at the tip., strap-like
- Leaf length
- 50-100cm
- Leaf width
- 4-8cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, short
- Venation
- Prominent midrib
- Texture
- Leathery, matte
- Variegation
- None
- Growth habit
- Pendant epiphyticA plant that grows on another plant (like a tree) for physical support, absorbing water and nutrients from the air and rain. rosette
Anthurium pendens care
- Substrate
- Very coarse epiphytic mix: 50% orchid bark, 30% perlite, 20% sphagnum moss. Can also be grown mounted on cork bark for best airflow.
- Watering
- Allow to approach dryness between waterings; strap-leaf anthuriums are more drought-tolerant than velvet types. Water thoroughly, then allow to drain completely.
- Humidity
- High, 70-90% — at the upper end of the strap-leaf anthuriums given its cloud-forest origin. Still more tolerant of lower humidity than the velvet-leaf species, but happiest well-humidified.
- Feeding
- Half-strength orchid fertiliser monthly during growing season. These are slow growers, and overfeeding can burn roots.
- Repotting
- Infrequently, every 2–3 years. These species often bloom better when slightly root-bound. Consider mounting on cork board instead.
Common problems
Root rot
Cause: Dense substrate or overwatering
Fix: Switch to a very coarse bark-heavy mix; allow to dry more between waterings
No new growth
Cause: Too cold or too dark
Fix: Ensure minimum 18°C and bright indirect light
Brown leaf tips
Cause: Low humidity or salt buildup from fertiliser
Fix: Flush substrate with clean water to remove salt buildup; increase humidity
Gear for this plant
- Premium New Zealand Sphagnum Moss, 100gLong-fibre sphagnum for air-layering, top-dressing, and epiphyte substrate mixes.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Humidity Dome, Heavy-Duty Germination KitVented propagation dome for holding humidity around fresh cuttings.
How to propagate Anthurium pendens
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Offset (keiki). Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Challenging. Needs stable humidity, consistent moisture, and bright indirect light to thrive. Best suited to experienced aroid growers.
- Time to establish
- 10-16 months
- Notes
- Strap-leaf anthuriums rarely branch and are slow to produce offshoots. Stem cuttings require high humidity and warmth. Success rates are lower than velvet types.