Anthurium Crystallinum - One beautiful large leaf buying @ 12 inches and one on its way. Stunning plant.

Anthurium Crystallinum

Native to Central and South America, the anthurium crystallinum is a heart-shaped evergreen with velvety foliage. The leaves of this beauty are dark green or reddish purple with deep, white veins that make it visually stand out. Anthuriums are widely enjoyed as outdoor plants in tropical gardens, but they also make excellent houseplants in the kitchen, patio, or living room.

Quick Overview of Anthurium Crystallinum
* Other name:  Crystal anthurium
* Light:  Full sun, partial shade
* Temperature:  Between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. 
* Humidity:  Anthurium thrives in high humidity but requires adequate air circulation. In dry or hot climates, mist the leaves daily.
* Watering:  During the growing season, keep the soil moist at the top by watering every few days. In summer, the plant needs more water than any other season (up to 4 times a week). In humid conditions, however, it can go without water for up to two weeks
* Growth and Size:  0.5 meters every 2-5 years. The leaves can grow up to 90 cm (60 inches).
* Pruning:  Prune from the top down and remove the dead or discolored leaves regularly. 
* Soil:  Sand, sphagnum moss, and pine bark, or coconut coir mixed with peat moss.
* Fertilizer:  Use organic, slow release fertilizer in spring. For flower growth, make sure the fertilizer contains phosphorus as well as nitrogen and magnesium.
* Repotting:  Required every 2 years. Best done in spring, summer, or early fall.

This plant will be shipped bare root in sphagnum moss allowing the buying roots to remain moist while traveling to your home.

This Anthurium will be packaged with the upmost care in order to protect this beautiful plant while it navigates the somewhat stressful shipping progress.