anthurium watermaliense Anthurium watermaliense

anthurium watermaliense Anthurium watermalienseA mysterious appearance within the genus: Anthurium watermaliense Is known for its deep dark inflorescence, which contrasts with the fresh, glossy foliage. This species is not often offered, but certainly deserves a place in the botanical collection of enthusiasts who love the unexpected. Its relatively easy care also makes it an accessible species within the genus. Origin This species is native to tropical Central America, where it occurs wild in

A mysterious appearance within the genus: Anthurium watermaliense Is known for its deep dark inflorescence, which contrasts with the fresh, glossy foliage. This species is not often offered, but certainly deserves a place in the botanical collection of enthusiasts who love the unexpected. Its relatively easy care also makes it an accessible species within the genus.

Origin

This species is native to tropical Central America, where it occurs wild in moist forest areas at lower elevations. The species was named in culture after the Belgian municipality of Watermael-Boitsfort, where it was first cultivated and studied in botanical gardens.

Characteristics

The leaves are oblong to lance-shaped, fresh green and slightly glossy. Some Anthurium watermaliense really makes it special is the inflorescence: the cob (spadix) and bract (spatha) are dark purple to almost black, giving this plant the nickname "Black Anthurium".
Flowering is quite compact, but striking, and can occur several times a year under good conditions.

Care

Light

Bright, filtered light is ideal. Will also tolerate light shade, but then may not bloom as often.

Temperature

Between 18 and 28 °C. Avoid cold drafts or temperatures below 15 °C.

Substrate

Use an aerated mixture of coconut chips, fine bark, sphagnum and a small proportion of charcoal. Well-draining substrate prevents root rot.

Humidity

Ideally, humidity should be between 60% and 80%. In drier air, a humidifier or greenhouse setup helps keep the plant active and healthy.

Watering

Allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Preferably give demineralized water or rainwater. Do not leave water in the leaf axils.

Nutrition

In spring and summer feed monthly with a fertilizer for flowering houseplants or aroids. Reduce in the fall and winter.

Flowering

Anthurium watermaliense Flowers regularly, especially under constant temperature and good light conditions. The dark purple flowers last a long time and can also be interesting for seed production when pollinated.