Anthurium, a diverse genus belonging to the Araceae family, is renowned for producing some of the world’s most spectacular and sought-after tropical foliage. The Anthurium watermaliense, native to Central and South America, is famously adored for its velvety, deep emerald to near-black leaves that exude gothic elegance. This tissue-cultured specimen delivers outstanding genetic vigor and pathogen resilience, making it a highly robust starter plant for collectors.

Overview

• Botanical Name: Anthurium watermaliense
• Common Name: Black Anthurium, Velvet Aroid
• Growth Stage: Jiffy Sized Tissue Culture Starter
• Foliage: Deep emerald green to dark velvet lanceolate leaves

Light Requirements

Provide your Velvet Anthurium with bright, indirect sunlight to mimic its natural rainforest understory environment. Avoid harsh, direct sun ex