6" Anthurium verapazense (narrow)
Care
Medium to bright indirect light
Allow soil to dry halfway before watering
Loves humidity
Anthurium verapazense is a rarely offered tropical plant that thrives exceptionally well as a houseplant. This species originates in parts of Central America in countries like Belize, Honduras and Guatemala.
The foliage is very unique, growing long and narrow with a texture that is thick and similar to cardboard.
Anthurium verapazense care:
This plant prefers a well draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Allow your plant to dry out about half way before watering, taking care to not allow it to sit in excess water. Provide your new Anthurium with plenty of bright indirect light for optimal growth.
Additional info:
Anthurium is a large genus of ornamental, mostly epiphytic plants. Some species of Anthurium do have a terrestrial growth habit.
Anthurium are native to tropical areas of Latin America. They grow in a wide variety of climates, ranging from lowland to higher elevations. Certain species need high humidity, while others will grow just fine in ambient household humidity.
Their foliage varies greatly, with some having thick corrugated textures and others with velvety textures.
Anthurium prefer a well draining soil, rich in organic matter.
They are prized for their ease of care and their sometimes showy, colorful flowers.
Anthurium can thrive in lower light but grow faster in brighter indirect light.