For lovers of dark exotic plants, this anthurium is a real must-have! Its long, velvety dark leaves with contrasting veins can reach a length of up to one and a half metres and make a breathtaking impression with their elegance and size. It is therefore rightfully called the queen of the anthuriums.
The product photos show examples of the plant. You will receive a specimen that matches the product photos in size, shape and colouring.
- Delivery: in a 9-12cm pot
- Plant size: You will receive a plant with 1-3 leaves.
- Growth type: upright
- Origin: rainforests of Colombia
- Other names: Queen Anthurium, Flamingo Flower, Tail Flower, Tailflower.
Ben's tips on plant care:
- Position/light requirements: partial shade to light, avoid direct sunlight
- Substrate: Ben's Philodendron & Monstera Soil
- Temperature: optimal at 22-25° C (day), approx. 16-18° C (night)
- Watering: water once a week when the top layer of substrate becomes dry, less frequently in winter, ensure drainage and avoid waterlogging at all costs, use lukewarm and low-calcium water
- Humidity: needs high humidity
- Nutrient addition: fertilise moderately every 4 weeks in spring/summer.
- Can be repotted after approx. 2 years, when the soil is densely rooted and dries out more quickly.
- Waterlogging and water containing lime should be avoided at all costs.
