Anthurium Veitchii King

The Anthurium veitchii is also called King Anthurium. There is a wide and narrow form. The plant grows in a cluster with large and long leaves.

The Veitchii is native to the South American Rainforests of Columbia. It is an epiphyte growing on other trees in nature. It belongs to the Aroid family (Araceae). is a stunningly gorgeous species and it is one of the largest epiphytic Anthuriums, growing on trees instead of in the ground, the leaves can easily get up to 4-6 feet long in good conditions.

The species name veitchii pays homage to Scottish horticulturist John Veitch who introduced a large number of exotic species to Europe.