So you now have an Anthurium Dorayaki and want to know how to properly take care of this plant.
Well you’re in the right place.
As you already know, Anthurium Dorayaki is known for it’s oval shaped green leaves with prominent white veins that provide excellent contrast.
So how do you keep this plant looking it’s best?
By providing proper care which is what we will discuss starting now.
Light requirements
Anthurium Dorayaki grows and looks it’s best when provided with adequate amounts of bright indirect light rather than low light or direct light.
This is because this plant naturally grows under a tree canopy so it’s used to partial shade instead of intense light.
Low light can cause stunted growth or a leggy appearance and direct light can scorch the leaves if left out in full sun.
So you have to find that middle ground which is bright indirect light or filtered light.
To provide this outdoors you can simply grow Anthurium Dorayaki under a tree like it’s natural habitat or anywhere that gets good shade.
When growing indoors, you can use virtually any window that gets a good amount of light as long as your plant isn’t right up next to the window.
Having your Anthurium at least 1 foot away from the window will reduce the chances of direct light from hitting the foliage.
Dorayaki Soil Selection
Anthurium Dorayaki requires soil that not only drains well, but can also retain some moisture as well.
So this involves having a combination of quality soil as well as organic materials that will help improve airflow and drainage.
A good combination will look like this.
- 2 Parts Peat Moss
- 1 Part Perlite
- Container with drainage holes
The peat moss has the ability to drain well but keep moisture at the same time and the Perlite will accelerate the drainage to make an ideal combination.
As with most houseplants, you should also be using drainage holes with your containers as well.
How to water Anthurium Dorayaki
Watering Anthurium Dorayaki is usually done on a weekly basis in the spring and summer but it can also vary depending on a few factors.
Since you don’t want to risk underwatering or especially overwatering this plant, it’s a good idea to check the soil each time before watering.
When you’re watering, make sure you do so fully until the water drips through the drainage holes to ensure the soil has been watered enough.
Then after some times has passed whether it’s been a week more or less, check the soil.
If the top 2 inches are completely dry then it’s time to water, if the top of the soil is still moist then hold off for another day or so until you see that it has dried.
Although this can be annoying having to do this each time, it’s better than ending up with a rotted plant caused by overwatering.
Temperature and Humidity
Since Anthurium Dorayaki is native to a tropical environment, it’s used to having pretty warm temperatures and an above average amount of humidity.
An ideal temperature growing range will be somewhere between 65 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
You can certainly go a bit outside of these ranges but not by much before you will start running into problems such as damaged leaves or lack of growth.
So if you live somewhere that can mimic these temperatures outdoors then you will be good to.
However, if you expect the temperature to change drastically, even if just over night then you should bring your Anthurium indoors for the time being.
Thankfully, most houses can provide at least the minimum temperature needed to grow Anthurium Dorayaki indoors year round so that’s always an option.
When it comes to humidity, Dorayaki requires an above average amount such as between 50% and 70% humidity to really thrive.
If you’re growing indoors then chances are you will have to increase local humidity for this plant which can be done in a few different ways.
- Use a water pebble tray underneath the container
- Group other plants with your Anthurium
- Grow near water sources such as a kitchen or bathroom
- Use a humidifier
How to propagate Anthurium Dorayaki
I would say the easiest method of propagation for Anthurium Dorayaki is by using stem cuttings.
This is best done in the spring or summer by the way.
So to do so successfully, here are the steps.
- Wear some gloves as the plant is a bit toxic
- Grab some clean, sterile gardening shears
- Select a healthy stem to use with some leaves
- Make a cutting below a leaf node that is at least 4 inches long
- Remove any leaves towards the bottom of the stem cutting
- Prepare some fresh soil in a new container
- Place the stem cutting a few inches deep into the soil
- Wet the soil and place the container in a warm location with low to indirect light
- Keep the soil moist for several weeks
Keep in mind it will take several weeks for some solid roots to form so be patient.
After a month or so has passed, you should find some resistance if you gently pull on the stem which is a sign of roots being well formed.
That’s all there is to it.
By successfully propagating Anthurium Dorayaki, you only need the original plant to continue growing more indefinitely instead of having to buy a new plant each time.
It’s a win win situation.
Pruning
Anthurium Dorayaki is a low grower so you don’t have to worry about pruning that much to keep the plant compact because it already is.
However, if you have damaged leaves then it’s best to prune them away so they don’t waste the plants energy on a lost cause.
You want your plant to be using maximum energy on either healthy leaves, or new growth.
Remember to wear gloves when pruning as well.
Toxicity
In general, Anthuriums are a bit toxic and should be kept out of reach of pets or children.
This is why it’s also a good idea to wear gloves when making cuttings or pruning the plant.
Repotting
Repotting Anthurium Dorayaki every few years is generally a good idea because this allows you to provide fresh soil, accommodate plant growth and be able to check the roots for signs of damage.
When repotting, make sure you only go up one pot size at a time to prevent having a container that’s too large which will cause problems with watering and such.
This is also best done in the spring or summer as your Anthurium won’t get as stressed during this time from a repot.
Pests
Pests such as mealy bugs, spider mites, scales or aphids can latch onto this plant if conditions allow for them to.
These pests can cause serious damage to your Anthurium Dorayaki and should be dealt with as soon as possible when noticed.
A few signs of a pest invasion include the following.
- Holes in the leaves
- Curling or wilted leaves
- White or black spots
- General discoloration of the foliage
A few ways to deal with these pests include water and a towel, rubbing alcohol with cotton balls or other products for pests such as neem oil.
I recommend this neem oil if you want some.
If you spot any pests, the first thing you should do is isolate your plant from other plants to prevent the pests from spreading around.
Then take action with the methods mentioned above.
Fertilizing
Fertilizing is a great way to provide Anthurium Dorayaki with some needed nutrients.
You can use either liquid fertilizer once a month at 1/4 to 1/2 strength or you can use slow release fertilizer as recommended by the manufacturer.
This should also only be done during the spring and summer when Dorayaki is actively growing.
Conclusion
So there you have it.
These are the top tips that you need to know to provide proper care for Anthurium Dorayaki for quite some time.
I hope that you will find this information useful and enjoy the process.