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Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix'
- height Height
- 20 cm
- swap_horiz Pot Size
- 6 cm
- volunteer_activism Care
- Moderate
- wb_sunny Light Needs
- Medium Indirect Light
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- water_drop Watering Needs
- Medium
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Dark velvet meets rare hybrid allure — meet the Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix'!
Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix' | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU | Collector's hybrid
Summary: This baby Anthurium hybrid dazzles with its deep, velvety foliage and dramatic dark tones. Perfect for collectors and indoor jungle lovers seeking a rare statement plant that thrives in European home conditions.
✨ Why You'll Love the Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix'
- Rich, dark green to nearly black leaves with a luxurious velvet texture
- Distinctive veining that glows softly under light
- Compact juvenile form — ideal for growing on shelves or in small urban spaces
- Easy-care tropical for intermediate plant lovers
- Rare hybrid prized by Anthurium collectors across Europe
🌞 Light & Placement
Provide bright, indirect light — perfect near an east- or north-facing window. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch the velvety leaves. This hybrid adapts beautifully to indoor light conditions typical of German and European apartments.
💧 Water & Humidity
Keep soil lightly moist but never soggy. Water when the top 2 cm of substrate feel dry. Prefers 60–80% humidity, making it an excellent choice for bathrooms, terrariums, or rooms with a humidifier.
🪴 Soil & Potting
Use an airy, well-draining mix — think orchid bark, perlite, and sphagnum moss. Repot every 1–2 years as roots fill the pot. Our premium aroid soil mix ensures healthy root aeration and nutrient balance.
🐾 Toxicity & Safety
Like most Anthuriums, this hybrid is toxic if ingested by pets or humans. Keep out of reach of curious cats and dogs.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
Slow to moderate grower. Mature leaves can reach impressive sizes with proper care. Propagate by stem cuttings or division during active growth months (spring–summer).
📆 Seasonal & Special Care
During winter, reduce watering and keep temperatures above 18 °C. Mist occasionally or use a humidity tray to counteract dry indoor air. In spring, resume fertilizing every 4–6 weeks with a balanced aroid feed.
🐛 Common Issues
- Brown edges → low humidity or overfertilization
- Yellowing leaves → overwatering
- Check regularly for thrips or spider mites on undersides of leaves
🧬 Botanical Background
This cross between Anthurium papillilaminum and Anthurium 'Dark Phoenix' blends the velvet texture and heart-shaped leaves of its parent species with intensified color depth. A true gem from modern aroid breeding programs in Central and South America, now cultivated in EU greenhouses for houseplant lovers.
🛒 Ready to transform your home into a jungle paradise?
Add Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix' Baby P6 to your cart and enjoy fast, secure shipping across Germany and the EU!
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Plant care at a glance
| Care factor | Anthurium papillilaminum × 'Dark Phoenix' |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Light | Medium Indirect Light |
| Humidity | Medium |
| Pet safe | false |
| Best for | Indoors |
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- At times, orders may take up to 7 days to ship
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Size: Baby - P6 H20
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