Anthurium Fingers

Ever seen a plant throw jazz hands? You have now. Meet Anthurium ‘Fingers’, the funky-fingered oddball of the plant world. With deeply lobed, hand-like leaves that look like they’re mid-dance move, this plant is here to grab attention (and maybe your heart). It’s weird. It’s wonderful. It’s basically your eccentric art friend in botanical form.

If plants had personalities, this one would be the avant-garde sculptor who only wears linen and drinks espresso at 9pm.

Benefits:

Air-Purifying: Freshens your space while looking like modern art.

Statement Foliage: Each leaf is a living sculpture—no two are quite the same.

Medium Maintenance: Not needy, just a little particular.

Conversation Starter: People will ask. You will pretend it’s normal.

Care Instructions:

Thrives in bright, indirect light—too much sun and those gorgeous fingers get crispy. Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry, and keep the humidity moderately high to make it feel like it’s in a tropical gallery. Use well-draining soil and avoid letting it sit in soggy roots. Monthly feeding during the growing season keeps it flourishing.

Décor Tips:

Display it solo in a sleek pot to let those wiggly leaves shine, or pair it with equally bold plants for a maximalist masterpiece. Great for minimalist rooms that need a weird, leafy twist.

Décor Vibes:

Modern Art Museum: Weird, sculptural, and oddly elegant.

Urban Jungle: Adds texture and movement to your plant gang.

Designer’s Den: Pairs beautifully with concrete, wood, or bold colors.

Ideal Spaces:

Living Room: Steals the spotlight from your furniture.

Office: Sparks creativity without saying a word.

Entryway: Like a green handshake when guests walk in.

Botanical Name:

Anthurium pedatoradiatum

Common Names:

Anthurium ‘Fingers’, Finger Plant, Jazz Hands (unofficial, but should be official)