Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Anthurium

Species:

Anthurium atropurpureum var. atropurpureum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Epiphyte

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

purple, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require high humidity and temperatures of 21-27°C for germination. Fresh seed germinates best as viability declines rapidly.

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