{"product_id":"anthurium-villenaorum-villena-anthurium","title":"Anthurium villenaorum 'Villena Anthurium'","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to the San Martín region of Peru, this rare tropical aroid is admired for its thick, velvety leaves, deep green coloring, and prominent pale veins. It has a compact, upright growth habit that distinguishes it from many sprawling velvet leaf Anthuriums. The name honors the Villena family, who helped introduce the plant into cultivation near Moyobamba, Peru.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide bright indirect light to support healthy growth and prominent leaf veins. Avoid harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch the velvety foliage. Medium light is tolerated, but growth may be slower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the top 1 to 2 inches of soil to dry before watering thoroughly. Keep the soil lightly moist but never saturated. Avoid allowing the plant to sit in standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🕳️ Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a chunky, well draining aroid mix consisting of orchid bark, perlite, coco coir, and quality potting media. Excellent drainage and airflow are important for maintaining healthy roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧪 Fertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer at half strength. Reduce fertilizing during cooler months when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Repotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot every 1 to 2 years, or when the roots begin filling the container. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current container and handle the roots carefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kent's Bromeliad","offers":[{"title":"5 inch","offer_id":46862978973869,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/IMG_7428.jpg?v=1784151514","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/anthurium-villenaorum-villena-anthurium","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}