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Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
Variegated King Anthurium
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Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated' Morphology
About Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated', also known as the Variegated King Anthurium, is an epiphytic collector's plant native to the Colombian rainforests of Chocó and Antioquia. The species is known for its long, pendant, strap-cordate leaves with corrugated and pleated ribs; this select form shows cream-to-yellow sectoral and marbled variegation over the deeply quilted texture of the foliage. It thrives in warm, humid conditions with strong airflow and bright, indirect light.
Native Range
Colombia
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Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated' Price Guide & Auction Value
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Before You Buy
Species-specific things to check when evaluating a listing
- Inspect the newest leaf — variegation that is only present on older leaves and absent from new growth suggests the plant is reverting
- Thrips are the primary pest concern: check undersides of all leaves, especially unfurling new growth, for fine silvery streaks or dark specks
- Variegated anthuriums are high-value — insist on photos of roots, newest leaf (both sides), and full plant before any purchase over £100
- Be aware that unstable chimeral variegation means future leaves may express differently — buy based on the plant's current state, not assumed future patterning
Propagation Guide
How to Propagate Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated'
8-14 months
Variegation or cultivar traits may not carry through — select cuttings carefully
Variegation in this form is unstable — cuttings may revert to the standard green form. Select cuttings from the most highly variegated growth, but results are not guaranteed.
Care Guide
Anthurium veitchii 'Variegated' Care Guide & Growing Conditions
Very chunky, well-aerated mix: 40% orchid bark, 30% perlite, 20% sphagnum moss, 10% activated charcoal. Anthuriums suffocate in dense soil — roots need airflow.
Water when the substrate is nearly dry throughout. Less is more — overwatering is the primary killer of velvet anthuriums. Always use room-temperature water.
70–85% is essential. Below 60% causes stunted growth and curling leaves. A dedicated humidifier is strongly recommended for UK growers.
Low-nitrogen fertiliser (e.g. 5-10-10 or orchid fertiliser) at quarter strength every 3–4 weeks. High nitrogen produces lush but weak growth susceptible to pests.
Reluctantly — only when completely root-bound (every 2–3 years). These plants dislike disturbance and may sulk after repotting.
Common Problems
Yellowing leaves
Overwatering or root rot
Remove from pot, trim affected roots, repot into fresh dry substrate and reduce watering
Curling or crispy leaf edges
Low humidity or cold draughts
Increase humidity above 70% and move away from cold windows
Thrips
Common on velvet-leaf anthuriums; hard to detect early
Inspect new growth and leaf undersides regularly; treat with neem oil or systemic insecticide at first sign
The King, Variegated
Anthurium veitchii — the King Anthurium — is already an exceptional plant: pendant, corrugated, strap-shaped leaves that mature to full size in appropriate conditions. The variegated form imposes cream, white, or pale yellow sector variegation across those already magnificent corrugated leaves. The result is priced accordingly. Chimeral, which means propagation from a heavily variegated parent does not guarantee heavily variegated offspring. Ultra rare in any honest use of the term: genuinely difficult to source and genuinely expensive when found. This is a serious long-term acquisition, and you should know precisely what you are doing before attempting to maintain one.
