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Anthurium superbum

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Anthurium superbum plant details

Anthurium superbum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy and green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anthurium superbum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anthurium superbum

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Anthurium Superbum is a birdsnest type Anthurium with dark green leaves that have a pelted type surface and a dark maroon under side. This plant is one of the most attractive of the birdnest Anthuriums we have grown. This Anthurium grows to 5 feet tall and prefers part to full shade. Foliage: Dark thick leaves in a birdnest habit. Dark maroon undersides Flowers: Spath Height: 3 to 5 feet tall

Gardening facts about Anthurium superbum plant

How to Grow Anthurium superbum

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Texture

    • glossy
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