How much light does it need?

Bright, indirect light — never prolonged direct sun that burns the velvety leaf.

How to water properly?

Keep the medium evenly moist, not waterlogged. Water when the top 2–3 cm dry and empty the saucer.

Airy, very free-draining: sphagnum + perlite + bark. Always use a pot with a drainage hole.

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Anthurium warocqueanum 12cm

Name: Anthurium warocqueanum 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: Anthurwarocq12cm
Price: 15.9 EUR
Availability: InStock

€22,00

€15,90

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Anthurium warocqueanum — Anthurium

Family: Araceae • Pot diameter: 12 cm, Height: 45 cm

Long, narrow and… brutally spectacular 📏

The “Queen Anthurium” stands out with oversized, narrow, pendant leaves in deep velvety green with striking silver venation. Slow, demanding grower for collectors who love drama.

Araceae Evergreen Bright indirect light High care Velvety pendant leaves

Light

🌤️ Indirect

bright, filtered — no direct sun

Water

💧 Gentle

moist medium, never soggy

Temperature

🌡️ 18–23°C

stable, warm environment

Soil

🌱 Airy

sphagnum + perlite + bark

What makes it special

💎 Long, velvety leaves with dramatic silver veins.
🎭 Pendant, architectural presence — a true statement piece.
🦋 Slow, refined growth that rewards patience.

Best uses

🖤 Dark botanical corners with a minimal aesthetic.
🪟 Bright, protected spots (no direct sun).
🪴 Design planters that showcase the hanging foliage.

Where to place it

Near an east/north window with strong, indirect light. Needs humidity >60–70% and good air movement; avoid drafts and dry heat. Very free-draining, organic-rich medium for root oxygenation.

Plant companions

Anthurium crystallinum — velvet with contrasting venation.
Philodendron ‘White Knight’ — white variegation against the dark green.
Monstera adansonii — perforated texture that “opens up” the composition.

Variety origin click to read

Taxonomic history: Genus Anthurium (Araceae), subfamily Pothoideae. The species warocqueanum was described from tropical Colombia.

Habitat & range: Understory of humid Colombian forests; filtered light, high humidity, stable temperatures and airy, organic substrates.

Etymology: Honorific epithet likely referencing a botanist/patron of the era — widely known as the “Queen Anthurium” for its regal appearance.

Ecology & biology: Velutinous leaf surface with pronounced, silvery venation. Pendant habit; sensitive to low humidity and poor air movement.

Allies & distinction: Differs from A. crystallinum/magnificum by its very long, narrow leaves and hanging presence; veins higher-contrast.

Propagation & stability: Primarily in vitro for uniformity; nursery division of rhizomes in controlled settings. Performance depends on humidity/temperature and aeration.

Conservation & threats: Availability of cultivated material reduces pressure on wild stocks; sensitive to habitat loss.

1) Medium: Sphagnum 40–50% + perlite 25–30% + bark 20–30%. Always a pot with drainage.

2) Watering: Keep evenly moist, not soggy. Water when the top 2–3 cm dry; empty saucer.

3) Light/Temp/Humidity: Bright indirect, 18–23°C, humidity >60–70% with airflow. Avoid drafts/direct sun.

🔎 Item	Info
🌿 Botanical name	Anthurium warocqueanum
🪴 Pot/Size	12 cm • Height: 45 cm
☀️ Light	Bright indirect — filtered
💧 Water	Gentle • moist medium, never waterlogged
🌡️ Temperature	18–23°C • stable, warm environment
💦 Humidity	>60–70% — humidifier/pebble tray helps
☠️ Toxicity	Toxic/irritant — keep away from kids/pets

💡 Tip: Stable microclimate with high humidity and gentle airflow. If edges crisp, raise humidity/reduce drafts.

🤔 Did you know? Nicknamed the “Queen Anthurium”, it can reach impressive leaf lengths in mature conditions — a true collector’s piece.

Why you’ll love it info

✨ Velvety texture and silver veins that mesmerize.
🎯 Architectural, pendant presence — statement.
🛋️ Elevates minimal/moody spaces.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific bits no one asked for geek

🔬 Velutinous lamina with high vein contrast.
🧫 Fine, sensitive root system → needs aeration.
🧴 Sphagnum/perlite/bark balances moisture & drainage.
🌱 Propagation mostly in vitro; rhizome division is uncommon.

How much light? light

Bright, indirect light — never prolonged direct sun (it “burns” the velvet).

How to water correctly? watering

Keep the medium evenly moist, not soggy. Water when the top 2–3 cm dry and empty the saucer.

What humidity? humidity

High (>60–70%) with good airflow. A humidifier or pebble tray helps.

Preferred medium? soil

Airy, very free-draining: sphagnum + perlite + bark. Always a pot with a drain hole.

🔎 Note: Due to the natural variability of plants, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the one in the photo. Form, size, or coloration depend on the season, growing conditions, and the nature of each plant.

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Anthurium warocqueanum 12cm

Anthurium warocqueanum 12cm

Anthurium warocqueanum — Anthurium

Light

Water

Temperature

Soil

What makes it special

Best uses

Where to place it

Plant companions

Anthurium warocqueanum 12cm — Care & Tips

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With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

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