Anthurium 'Red Velvet Cake' ('24')
Anthurium 'Red Velvet Cake' is an exceptional velvet-leaved Anthurium selected for its intensely rich colouring, reflective sheen and beautifully defined veining. The large, teardrop-shaped leaves develop a deep, luxurious appearance, with the velvety surface catching the light and emphasising the contrasting veins. Part of the next generation of DocBlock Anthurium breeding, it combines dramatic foliage with the vigour developed through earlier Anthurium magnificum and Anthurium crystallinum hybrids.
A true collector's plant, 'Red Velvet Cake' makes a striking focal point in a warm, bright indoor position. Give it bright, indirect light, good humidity and an airy, well-drained growing medium to encourage strong foliage and maintain the characteristic velvet finish.
- Other names: DocBlock Red Velvet Cake 24
- Useful to know: Toxic if ingested - not safe for pets
- Feature: Deep velvet foliage with reflective colour tones and prominent contrasting veins
- Eventual height: Can grow to approximately 80cm
- Origins: Cultivated hybrid developed from velvet-leaved Anthurium breeding lines
Anthurium Care Sheet
Light: Bright light, but no direct sun. Hot, direct sunlight can cause scorch marks on the leaves that look like dry, brown patches. Ideally kept in temperatures above 15°C and away from cold draughts
Water: Water thoroughly to ensure that all the roots are watered, and allow excess to run off. Wait till the top couple inches of potting mix is dry before watering again. Water less often in autumn and winter, but don't allow potting medium to dry out. Yellow leaves indicate over-watering
Soil/Nutrition: Coarse, well-draining houseplant or orchid potting mix, feed monthly in spring and summer
Humidity: Enjoys high humidity. Place with other plants, or use a pebble tray to replicate the humid rainforest environment. Do not mist leaves, as this can cause brown marks
Pruning and propagation: Remove old, faded leaves and flowers, and keep leaves dust free. Can be propagated by either stem cuttings or by splitting the plant in spring
Experience level: Moderate
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EAN code8720858486918
- Brand
- Pot Size9cm
This product is only available for local delivery to the postcodes below via our own delivery service. We will contact you to arrange delivery, which will be within 7 days of your order being placed.
£15.00 – NE3, NE5, NE13, NE20
£20.00 – NE2, NE4, NE7, NE12, NE15
£30.00 – NE1, NE6, NE8, NE18, NE21-24, NE27, NE28, NE40-42
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