Anthurium Luxurians

This species is particularly noted for its heavily bulbous, almost "airy" leaves

The leaves are heavily veined with deep sunken veins and a bubbly, raised texture that gives a unique three-dimensional appearance. This "bumpiness" is thought to help the plant capture weak, diffused light, which is an advantage in the shady environments where it naturally occurs.

Interestingly, Anthurium luxurians has never been observed in the wild. The species is believed to come from the western part of the Andes, near the Western Cordillera of Colombia, where other close relatives such as Anthurium splendidum and Anthurium debilis also grow. However, collector Marta Posada has found plants reminiscent of luxurians in moist, small valleys along dry hillsides in the area.

Care: Anthurium luxurians thrives in well-drained aroid soil and prefers high humidity and indirect light. Keep the soil slightly moist constantly.

Botanical Description

Scientific name: Anthurium luxurians

Origin: Unknown; believed to be native to the western Andes, Colombia

Extinction risk: Not documented

Leaves: The strongly bulbous and almost black-green leaves grow up to 50 cm long and 25 cm wide with a clear, deep veining.

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