Anthurium with leaves longer than you! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.
Anthurium with leaves longer than you!
Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium
🍃 Anthurium with leaves longer than you!
🌿 Ever seen an Anthurium with leaves longer than you are tall? Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium - is a true rainforest treasure from South America. Its strap-like leaves can reach an incredible 6 feet in length but stay only about 2 inches wide, creating elegant green ribbons that drape down like a waterfall.
🌿 Grow it in a hanging basket and you’ll get a cascading curtain of foliage that instantly turns any space into a jungle hideaway.
🌿 As if the leaves weren’t enough, this rare beauty produces clusters of bright pink berries that pop against the deep green leaves, adding an unexpected splash of color!
🌿 It's rare, it's dramatic, and it's the kind of plant that makes people stop and ask, “What on earth is THAT?”
These aren't your typical tropicals - they're collector-grade Anthuriums grown for foliage and texture. Each one brings something
different, but they all thrive in the same kind of setting: shade or filtered
light, warmth, and humidity. Perfect for growing in containers indoors or
out.
Anthurium Black Dragon
This is the most dramatic of the trio. Upright, leathery leaves shift
from dark green to nearly black depending on light. Instead of bright flowers,
it produces a dark brown spadix and glowing red berries. A hybrid not found
in the wild, it's grown from seed - no two are exactly alike.
Best for: Indoor focal plant, shaded patio, black ceramic pot
This one's about scale. Broad, crinkled leaves with a cardboard-like
texture form a bold rosette. It can get huge with time - up to 6 feet across.
Perfect for gardeners who want the "instant jungle" look.
Graceful and rare, this species sends out narrow strap-like leaves that can
reach 5–6 ft long. Ideal for hanging baskets or mounting. Bonus: it
produces small pink fruit against deep green foliage.
Best for: Hanging displays, vertical planters, bright bathrooms
Height: Leaf length, not upright height - up to 6 ft
Light:
Bright, indirect light is best. Avoid direct sun, especially mid-day. These
plants evolved in rainforest understory - think "dappled light under
trees."
Water:
Keep the soil lightly moist but not soggy. Let the top inch dry before
watering. They hate wet feet.
Humidity:
These are tropicals - they'll do fine in 50-60% humidity, but thrive at
70%+. Use pebble trays or place near other plants. Bathrooms with windows work
great.
Soil:
Use an airy mix: orchid bark + perlite + peat or coco coir. Drainage is
key. Never use plain potting soil.
Fertilizer:
Feed with SUNSHINE Robusta every 2–4 weeks during warm seasons. It's
formulated for aroids and won't burn roots.
Potting:
Use shallow, wide containers. Repot only every 2–3 years, or when
roots crowd the pot. They don't like frequent disruption.
Temperature:
Ideal: 65–85 F. Short dips to the 30s F are tolerated by mature
plants, but avoid cold drafts.
What is the longest Anthurium? A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.
What is the longest Anthurium?
Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium
🕯 What is the longest Anthurium?
👀 Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium - is the definitive strap-leaf variety that’s sure to steal the show in any collection. Native to the South American rainforest, this rare gem is truly a sight to behold with its incredibly long, narrow leaves that can reach up to an impressive 6 feet in length yet remain a mere 2 inches wide.
👀 The dramatic, cascading effect it creates when grown in hanging baskets is nothing short of stunning.
👀 Adding even more charm, this rare beauty surprises with bright pink, showy fruits that pop against its lush, green foliage, providing a vibrant contrast.
👀 Ideal for adding an exotic touch to your home or garden, the Long Leaf Anthurium's pendant growth and striking leaves make it a standout in any space. If you're looking for something truly unique and eye-catching, this plant is a must-have!
🎶 Q:I've read your post about growing tropicals indoors and you got me inspired! Can you recommend something unusual, colorful and bright, preferably with flowers, that I can grow as house plants?
🌸 A: House plants don't have to be boring and just green! Below are a few excellent choices for your indoor garden that will brighten your sunroom. Just make sure to follow the 10 key tips for growing tropical plants indoors.
Sanchezia stenomacra - Blood Red Feather - spectacular red feathery blooms and and soft, fussy leaves.
Anthurium vittarifolium - LongLeaf Anthurium - super rare, an eye stopper, with long leaves up to 2 ft long, and bright pink fruit.
Clinacanthus nutans - Snake plant, Phaya-Yor - exotic flower from Thailand resembling snake's open mouth.
Aeschynanthus speciosus - Lipstick Plant - popular house plant with bright showy orange blooms.
Tibouchina multiflora (grandifolia) - Glory bush, Quaresmeira - can be grown outside in Southern gardens, as well as in a pot indoors. Showy purple flowers, velvet leaves are wonderfully soft 6-8" in diameter!
Calathea zebrina - Zebra Plant - the brightest zebra-striped large leaves up to 1 ft long.
👍What flowering plants do you grow in shade? Share in comments⬇️
Fun Fact: Long Leaf Anthurium. A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.
Fun Fact: LongLeafAnthurium
Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium
Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium
Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium
🔍 Fun Fact: LongLeafAnthurium
💎 Anthurium vittarifolium - Long Leaf Anthurium. This rare rainforest gem flaunts leaves that can stretch up to 6 feet long, creating a stunning cascading effect when grown in hanging baskets. Plus, it surprises with bright pink, showy fruits that add a vibrant splash of color to its dramatic foliage!
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Birds Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Birds Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster!
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Bird’s Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster!
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest - is one of the most wanted tropical jungle plants. It has impressive foliage: enormous, wrinkly leaves with a unique cardboard-like texture that can grow up to 7 feet long! The bright red berries add to the show.
Jungle allure: perfect for creating a lush, tropical atmosphere with its striking and bold presence.
Ideal for spacious areas: thrives in places with good natural light and ample space, making it a standout feature.
Easy care: low-maintenance epiphyte, requires very little water.
Tolerates low light conditions, perfect for a shade garden.
Conversation piece: eye-catching texture adds visual interest and depth to your plant collection with its distinctive leaf surface. The size of the leaves is unbelievable!
Suitable for indoor and outdoor settings.
Air purifying: helps improve air quality, making it a functional and beautiful addition to your home.
Tropical statement: brings a piece of the jungle into your environment, transforming it into a green oasis.
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Birds Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster! A Top Tropicals Garden Blog post.
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Birds Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster!
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest fruit
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest fruit
Yearning for Jungle Vibes? Discover the Giant Bird’s Nest Anthurium - look at the size of this monster!
Anthurium x hookeri - Giant Bird's Nest - is one of the most wanted tropical jungle plants. It has impressive foliage: enormous, wrinkly leaves with a unique cardboard-like texture that can grow up to 7 feet long! The bright red berries add to the show.
Jungle allure: perfect for creating a lush, tropical atmosphere with its striking and bold presence.
Ideal for spacious areas: thrives in places with good natural light and ample space, making it a standout feature.
Easy care: low-maintenance epiphyte, requires very little water.
Tolerates low light conditions, perfect for a shade garden.
Conversation piece: eye-catching texture adds visual interest and depth to your plant collection with its distinctive leaf surface. The size of the leaves is unbelievable!
Suitable for indoor and outdoor settings.
Air purifying: helps improve air quality, making it a functional and beautiful addition to your home.
Tropical statement: brings a piece of the jungle into your environment, transforming it into a green oasis.
Anthurium Black Dragon
Anthurium hookeri – Giant Bird's
Nest
Anthurium vittarifolium – 
