Growing advice
Descriptions and cultivation advice from Anthura are based as accurately as possible on test results and practical experience. However, Anthura can in no way be held liable for damage to the crop as a result of following these recommendations. Anthura cannot guarantee that the technical cultivation advice is complete and correct and suitable for the user’s purpose. The user is responsible for assessing whether the advice is suitable for his/her own circumstances.
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Anthurium and Xanthomonas
A very dangerous disease caused by the bacterium Xanthomonas (X) can occur in Anthurium. It usually involves the bacterium Xanthomonas phaseoli pv. Dieffenbachiae (Xpd). The Xanthomonas, which is harmful to Anthurium, can occur in many different strains (types). There are mild variants where only a limited part of the range gets affected, but there are also aggressive types that spread widely and quickly. »
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Energy saving opportunities in Anthurium
In view of the current energy situation, the use of heating and lighting in cultivation must be minimized. This offers opportunities for Anthurium for which specific conditions must be met. The guiding principle for a healthy Anthurium crop is to avoid major fluctuations. When the balance between root and plant activity is right, a quality product can be grown in an energy-friendly way. This article discusses the factors that can be taken into consideration. »
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Silver lining in the approach to Tobacco Thrips
Thrips causes considerable damage to plants and are difficult to control. Therefore, it is important to be alert for signs of Tobacco thrips so that prompt action can be taken. This edition focuses on the approach to Tobacco thrips (Thrips parvispinus). »
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A more effective approach to thrips through proper identification
Identifying thrips is difficult, because both the different thrips species and the larvae are often very similar. A diagnosis is difficult, sometimes insufficiently reliable and often takes (too) long. Then the question arose for us: 'How can we do this faster and better?' We started to work on this question. »
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Scouting a difficult newcomer: tobacco thrips
It is important to be alert to signals of tobacco thrips, so that early intervention can be taken. In this article we pay attention to identifying and scouting tobacco thrips. »
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Control and direction of Anthurium cut flower crops
Afhankelijk van de lengtegroei en de stevigheid van het snijanthurium- gewas zal dit omvallen na twee tot vier jaar telen. Het is belangrijk dit proces van omvallen te begeleiden om ook de jaren na het omvallen van het gewas, een optimale groei en productie te waarborgen. »
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Substrate Phalaenopsis
‘Airy substrates' are generally used for the cultivation of Phalaenopsis. Substrates can contain a variety of raw materials. The crop and your ultimate needs and objectives are what determine which elements and their corresponding properties are important for the substrate to be used. »
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Substrate Anthurium cut flowers
Anthurium cultivation generally involves the use of what are known as ‘airy substrates’. These are substrates that contain a lot of air, even in humid conditions. The quality of a plant depends on the correct use of the right substrate with the right properties. Read more about the substrate of Anthurium cut flowers. »
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Substrate Anthurium pot plants
The quality of a plant depends on the correct use of the right substrate with the right properties. One substrate is not the same as another: not only is there a lot involved in developing the composition, but consistent production and the correct method of use are important aspects when using substrates. Read all about substrate of Anthurium pot plants. »
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Threat monitoring
In the cultivation of both Anthurium and Phalaenopsis, it is important to continuously monitor the cultivation. Growers strive to keep cultivation conditions constant throughout the year. Unfortunately, they have to deal with many different external influences. Besides insects, fungi and bacteria, inaccuracies in pH/EC, nutrient composition, starting water, etc. can have a major impact on the crop. »
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Thrips (in general)
Thrips are a growing problem in the cultivation of Anthuriums and Phalaenopsis. Whereas thrips were rare in Phalaenopsis a few years ago, they have become increasingly common in recent years. There is an increasing number of exotic thrips species, which require a specialist approach. The variety of chemical agents, on the other hand, is increasingly limited. »