Anthurium crystallinum
The size of the plant and of its bag can vary a little from the photograph — each one grows at its own pace. We keep them as consistent as we can.
Overview
A collector's jewel: large, dark green velvet leaves crossed by silvery veins that shine like crystal. Crystal anthurium is native to the forests of Central America and is among the most sought-after foliage plants in the world. New leaves unfurl bronze and darken as they mature.
Culture
It wants bright shade, no direct sun, and high humidity. It needs a loose, airy growing mix rich in organic matter (with bark or fiber) that drains well: the roots rot if waterlogged. Shelter it from wind, which damages the leaves. Grow it in a pot or on logs in shaded parts of the garden.
Edible Uses
Not edible: like other aroids, its tissues contain calcium oxalate crystals that irritate the mouth.
Medicinal
No known traditional medicinal uses; its compounds are being studied in the lab for antimicrobial activity.
Traditional uses for information only. Not a substitute for advice from a health professional.
Agroforestry
In the catalog for its beauty, not for a role in an agroforestry system.