🌿 Anthurium veitchii 'Narrow Form' – The King of Corrugated Leaves

Anthurium veitchii 'Narrow Form', also known as the "King Anthurium," is a spectacular epiphytic tropical plant, renowned for its extraordinarily long and deeply corrugated leaves. The "Narrow Form" is distinguished by narrower, elegantly elongated leaves with even more pronounced corrugations, making it a centerpiece in any collection.

🌍 Origins & Botanical History

Anthurium veitchii belongs to the Araceae family and is native to Colombia, where it grows as an epiphyte in montane tropical forests at elevations of 500-1,500 meters. It was described by Eduard Friedrich Poeppig in the 19th century and quickly earned the reputation of "king" of Anthuriums due to its impressive leaves that can exceed 1 meter in length at maturity.

🌿 Foliage – Corrugated Cascades of Deep Green

The leaves of Anthurium veitchii 'Narrow Form' are the defining feature of the plant. They are elongated, narrow, glossy deep green, with deep corrugations (plications) running along the leaf longitudinally, creating a dramatic three-dimensional effect. The texture is thick and semi-rigid, with a prominent central vein. Young leaves emerge bronzed or reddish and gradually develop into deep green shades. At maturity, each leaf can reach impressive dimensions.

🌱 Growth Habit & Development

Anthurium veitchii 'Narrow Form' is an epiphytic plant that prefers bright indirect light and high humidity (70-90%). The ideal substrate is an airy mix of bark, sphagnum, perlite, and charcoal, similar to orchid mix. Water when the substrate has partially dried out, maintaining a consistent moisture level. The optimal temperature is 18-27°C (65-80°F). Growth is moderate, producing a new leaf every few weeks under ideal conditions.