Anthurium besseae

Plant type

perennial, aroid

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

11-12

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Anthurium besseae plant details

Anthurium besseae is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aroid with blue, green and variegated foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anthurium besseae

Plant type: perennial aroid
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anthurium besseae

USDA Zones: 11 - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Anthurium besseae is a small species similar looking to Anthurium crystallinum. The leaves are dark green and velvet to the tough with silver veins. It stays much smaller than other species and largest leaves are usually under 1 foot. My mature plant usually has 3 to 4 inch leaves. It grows well as an epiphyte or in a orchid type mix. Makes a great house plant greenhouse plant or possibly do well in a large terrarium.