Description
The Anthurium veitchii is one of the largest of the epiphytic Anthurium species, which is why it has been nicknamed The King Anthurium. It is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity and striking ribbed leaves, which can grow to almost two meters long in the wild.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that corresponds to the product photos in terms of size, shape and coloring.
- Delivery: in a 5.5 cm pot with sphagnum moss (the pot shown is not included).
- Growth type: upright
- Origin: subtropical & tropical mountain forests of Colombia
- Other names: Flamingo flower, Tailflower, Tailflower
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Location/light requirements: bright, indirect sunlight
- Substrate: Ben's Philodendron & Monstera Soil
- Temperature: optimal at 26° C (day), approx. 15° C (night), do not allow to cool below 15° C
- Watering: water once a week when the top layer of substrate becomes dry, less frequently in winter, ensure drainage, use lukewarm, low-lime water
- Humidity: requires high humidity, place in the bathroom or use a humidifier
- Addition of nutrients: fertilize moderately every 6-8 weeks in spring/summer
- Grows very slowly, can be repotted after 2-3 years if it is strongly rooted and dries out quickly.
- Avoid draughts.