Anthurium 'Queen of Hearts'
Reptilian like leaves, deep red in colour and leathery in texture. This is a stand out plant in any collection!
The origin of this plant is up for debate, with some saying it's an unexpected product of tissue culture and others saying it's a hybrid. Although we don't know for sure, we do know you wouldn't stumble across this in the wild, which makes it even more unusual and unique!
Anthuriums have thick roots and, when given the right care, can grow big leaves. They are not terrestrial plants and therefore need to be kept in a loose, chunky soil to allow air and water to pass freely through the roots (semi hydro works brilliantly for this genus too).
When watering, it is important to give them a good drink, covering all of the soil. However, they are not happy being waterlogged, so always allow most of the soil to dry out before watering again. We recommend humidity, warmth, and a good feed to ensure the plant grows big and healthy.
If your Anthurium is losing its rich colour, this may be due to a lack of nutrients. Any houseplant fertiliser will do the trick, but if you want to treat your plant (and yourself), adding micronutrients like calcium and magnesium to your feeding routine will boost the plant’s chances of producing deeper colours and larger leaves. Avoid placing near draughty windows and radiators. They like it warm and humid, not dry and draughty.
