Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
Variegated King Anthurium
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£25 to £80
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About Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated', also known as the Variegated King Anthurium, is an epiphytic collector's plant native to the Colombian rainforests of Chocó and Antioquia. The species is known for its long, pendant, strap-cordate leaves with corrugated and pleated ribs; this select form shows cream-to-yellow sectoral and marbled variegation over the deeply quilted texture of the foliage. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with strong airflow and bright, indirect light.
Native range
Colombia (Chocó and Antioquia); variegated collector form in cultivation.
Classification
- Genus
- Anthurium
- Family
- Araceae
- Type
- Variegated
- Growth habit
- Epiphytic climber / pendant growth
- Form of
- Anthurium veitchii
Morphology
- Leaf shape
- Pendant, strap-cordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches., deeply corrugated (pleated)
- Leaf length
- 60 - 150 cm
- Leaf width
- 20 - 35 cm
- Petiole colour
- Green, moderate length
- Venation
- Pronounced primary ribs radiating from cordateHeart-shaped foliage, featuring a rounded notch (sinus) where the leaf stem attaches. base
- Texture
- Deeply quilted, strongly coriaceous
- Variegation
- Cream to yellow sectors, marbling, or striping
- Growth habit
- EpiphyticA plant that grows on another plant (like a tree) for physical support, absorbing water and nutrients from the air and rain. with abundant thick aerial roots
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Before you buy
- Inspect the newest leaf; variegation that is only present on older leaves and absent from new growth suggests the plant is reverting
- Thrips are the primary pest concern: check undersides of all leaves, especially unfurling new growth, for fine silvery streaks or dark specks
- Variegated anthuriums are high-value, so insist on photos of roots, newest leaf (both sides), and full plant before any large purchase
- Be aware that unstable chimeral variegation means future leaves may express differently; buy based on the plant's current state, not assumed future patterning
Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated' care
- Substrate
- Very chunky, well-aerated mix: 40% orchid bark, 30% perlite, 20% sphagnum moss, 10% activated charcoal. Anthuriums suffocate in dense soil; roots need airflow.
- Watering
- Water when the substrate is nearly dry throughout. Less is more: overwatering is the primary killer of velvet anthuriums. Always use room-temperature water.
- Humidity
- 70–85% is essential. Below 60% causes stunted growth and curling leaves. A dedicated humidifier is strongly recommended for UK growers.
- Feeding
- Low-nitrogen fertiliser (e.g. 5-10-10 or orchid fertiliser) at quarter strength every 3–4 weeks. High nitrogen produces lush but weak growth susceptible to pests.
- Repotting
- Reluctantly, only when completely root-bound (every 2–3 years). These plants dislike disturbance and may sulk after repotting.
Common problems
Yellowing leaves
Cause: Overwatering or root rot
Fix: Remove from pot, trim affected roots, repot into fresh dry substrate and reduce watering
Curling or crispy leaf edges
Cause: Low humidity or cold draughts
Fix: Increase humidity above 70% and move away from cold windows
Thrips
Cause: Common on velvet-leaf anthuriums; hard to detect early
Fix: Inspect new growth and leaf undersides regularly; treat with neem oil or systemic insecticide at first sign
Gear for this plant
- Premium New Zealand Sphagnum Moss, 100gLong-fibre sphagnum for air-layering, top-dressing, and epiphyte substrate mixes.
- Natural Rooting Powder, 3 x 75gRooting hormone powder for stem and leaf cuttings.
- Precision Bonsai Pruning Scissors, 200mmFine-bladed snips for clean node cuts when taking a cutting.
- Coir Moss Pole, 120cm (4-Pack)Coco coir totem for climbing aroids to root into as they grow upward.
How to propagate Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
- Methods
- Stem cutting, Offset (keiki). Step-by-step guide
- Difficulty
- Challenging. Needs stable humidity, consistent moisture, and bright indirect light to thrive. Best suited to experienced aroid growers.
- Time to establish
- 8-14 months
- True from cuttings
- No. Variegation or cultivar traits may not carry through, so choose cuttings with care.
- Notes
- Variegation in this form is unstable; cuttings may revert to the standard green form. Select cuttings from the most highly variegated growth, but results are not guaranteed.