Anthurium villenaorum is a striking aroid known for its deeply lobed, dark green leaves that provide a dramatic, sculptural presence in any indoor plant collection. This species, which is less common in cultivation, is prized by plant enthusiasts for its unique foliage and relatively easy care requirements.
Native to: Anthurium villenaorum is native to the cloud forests of Peru, where it grows as an epiphyte in the humid, shaded canopy. This natural habitat provides the high humidity and indirect light conditions that are ideal for the plant's growth.
Water: Water Anthurium villenaorum thoroughly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of the soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure the pot has good drainage to prevent water from sitting at the roots, which can lead to rot. In environments with high humidity, you may need to water less frequently, as the plant can absorb moisture from the air.
Light: This Anthurium prefers bright, indirect light to mimic its natural habitat under the forest canopy. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves. It can tolerate lower light levels, but growth may be slower and the leaves less vibrant.
Humidity: High humidity levels between 70% and 90% are ideal for Anthurium villenaorum, making it an excellent candidate for terrariums. If grown outside a terrarium, use a humidifier or place the plant on a pebble tray with water to maintain the necessary humidity.
Temperature: Maintain a temperature range of 18°C to 24°C for optimal growth. Anthurium villenaorum is sensitive to cold and should be kept away from drafts and temperatures below 15°C. It thrives in the warm, stable temperatures that mimic its native cloud forest environment.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
