Aridarum purseglovei Plant Care
Aridarum purseglovei (Furtado) M.Hotta
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This unique plant is known for its striking heart-shaped leaves with prominent dark green veins, originating from the tropical rainforests of Borneo. Aridarum purseglovei is highly sought after by plant collectors for its rare and eye-catching foliage that adds a touch of exotic beauty to any indoor garden.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aridarum purseglovei?
Water Aridarum purseglovei every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 4 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Where Is the Aridarum purseglovei Native To?
What Is the Aridarum purseglovei?
Aridarum purseglovei (Aridarum purseglovei) belongs to the Araceae family within the Aridarum genus. Aridarum purseglovei is native to Sarawak in Malaysia.
Aridarum purseglovei displays a clumping perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Aridarum purseglovei produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aridarum purseglovei?
Aridarum purseglovei requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Aridarum purseglovei Need?
Aridarum purseglovei thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Aridarum purseglovei in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aridarum purseglovei Prefer?
Aridarum purseglovei grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Aridarum purseglovei prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aridarum purseglovei?
Well-draining peat-based potting mix with perlite. Good drainage is essential for Aridarum purseglovei to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aridarum purseglovei?
Feed Aridarum purseglovei every 4 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 4 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Aridarum purseglovei?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Aridarum purseglovei?
Aridarum purseglovei can be propagated through division, offsets.
Is the Aridarum purseglovei Toxic to Pets and Children?
Toxic (caution)
Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.
Mildly toxic to humans and pets
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Aridarum purseglovei?
Aridarum purseglovei is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Aridarum purseglovei Need?
Aridarum purseglovei grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11b. Aridarum purseglovei is native to Sarawak in Malaysia. In cooler regions, grow Aridarum purseglovei as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Aridarum purseglovei is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aridarum genus — compare its care with other Aridarum species on PlantoScan.
Aridarum is part of the Araceae plant family — browse all Araceae genera and species.
Aridarum purseglovei thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aridarum purseglovei (Furtado) M.Hotta, family Araceae (first published in Mem. Coll. Sci. Kyoto Imp. Univ., Ser. B, Biol. 32(1): 25 (1965)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Aridarum purseglovei is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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