Anthurium veitchii is part of the Araceae family and its native range is Colombia (Choco, Antioquia) where it grows as an epiphytic subshrub in the wet tropical biome. It is considered one of the largest epiphytic Anthuriums. Its coriaceous leaves have a corrugated appearance.
The genus Anthurium is derived from the Greek ‘anthos’ for flower and ‘oura’ meaning tail; 'flower-tail', which probably refers to the tail-like spadix. Specific epithet honours John Veitch, the Scottish horticulturist.
Light: Bright shade, meaning the plant sees the sun for 0-4 hours per day - this could be through trees or a translucent curtain, it’s important for the plant to see the sky in order to thrive.
Water: Providing your potting medium is well-draining and your light is adequate, allow the top inch or so to dry out.
Potting mix: A very well-draining mix composed of some coco coir, lots of perlite, orchid bark and horticultural charcoal to this epiphytic mix worm castings; you could also add some horticultural charcoal to this epiphytic mix.
Fertilising: Feed your plant every other watering during the growing season or when you observe active growth. You can dilute fertiliser to half the recommended amount but never add more.
Temperature: Ideally 15-27°C.
Humidity: This Anthurium prefers higher humidity (70-80%), you can increase humidity by placing the plant on a watered pebble tray or using a humidifier.
Anthurium are toxic, keep out of reach of pets and children.