{"product_id":"anthurium-carlablackiae-wu1-s1","title":"Anthurium carlablackiae Wu1 S1","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAnthurium carlablackiae ‘Wu1’ S1\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnthurium carlablackiae ‘Wu1’ S1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a seed grown offspring of the Wu1 carlablackiae clone, combining the elegant elongated foliage, velvet texture, and refined venation associated with Anthurium carlablackiae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is already showing beautiful characteristics at a young stage, including an elongated heart shaped leaf, olive bronze emergent coloration, and sharply contrasting pale pink to silver venation. As the foliage hardens, leaves deepen toward richer green tones while maintaining their velvety appearance and defined vein structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an \u003cstrong\u003eS1 plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, it was produced by self pollinating the Wu1 parent. Each seedling can express the genetics slightly differently, so mature leaf shape, darkness, venation, sinus, and emergent coloration can vary from plant to plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne live Anthurium carlablackiae ‘Wu1’ S1 plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour plant will be carefully packed to help protect the foliage, root system, and active growing point during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElongated velvety foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong Anthurium carlablackiae characteristics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze to olive emergent leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright contrasting venation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotential for increasingly long and narrow mature foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant heart shaped leaf form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed grown S1 offspring of the Wu1 parent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plant develops its own individual expression of the genetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide medium to bright indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright filtered light encourages healthy growth, strong coloration, and progressively larger foliage. Avoid prolonged harsh direct sunlight, particularly during the hottest part of the day, as velvet leaves can scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly once the upper portion of the growing media begins to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the root zone consistently lightly moist without allowing it to remain constantly saturated. Allow excess water to drain freely after each watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid repeated periods of complete dryness, particularly while the plant is actively producing new foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate to high humidity is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity around 60 percent or higher helps support smooth leaf emergence and healthy foliage development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher humidity can be especially beneficial while new leaves are expanding, but good airflow should always accompany elevated humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a chunky, airy, well draining Anthurium mix that holds some moisture while maintaining plenty of oxygen around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA combination of tree fern fiber, orchid bark, coco chips, pumice, perlite, and coco coir works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid dense growing media that remains saturated for extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm temperatures are ideal, generally around 65 to 85°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect from frost, cold drafts, and prolonged exposure to temperatures below approximately 55°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistent warmth encourages stronger root development and more regular leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirflow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide gentle airflow, particularly when growing in higher humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood circulation helps prevent stagnant moisture around the foliage and growing media while allowing the plant to benefit from humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly and consistently during active growth using a diluted balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular light feeding can support healthy root growth and progressively larger foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriodically flushing the growing media can help prevent fertilizer salts from accumulating around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthurium carlablackiae is known for developing elongated foliage that becomes increasingly elegant with maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants can begin with shorter, broader leaves, while successive growth may become longer, narrower, and more defined as the plant establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mature appearance of an S1 seedling cannot be predicted exactly, which makes watching each plant develop part of the appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmergent Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh foliage can be one of the standout features of this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leaves may emerge in shades of bronze, olive, copper, reddish brown, or muted burgundy, often with pale pink to silver veins that appear especially pronounced before the leaf fully hardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaf gradually transitions toward its mature green coloration as it finishes developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat S1 Means\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS1 means this plant is a \u003cstrong\u003efirst generation selfed offspring\u003c\/strong\u003e of Anthurium carlablackiae ‘Wu1’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a clone of Wu1. Instead, the Wu1 plant served as both the pollen and seed parent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows desirable Wu1 characteristics to appear in the offspring while still creating natural genetic variation between seedlings. Individual S1 plants may differ in mature leaf length, width, darkness, sinus shape, venation, and emergent coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnthurium carlablackiae ‘Wu1’ S1 offers the elegant form and velvet characteristics associated with carlablackiae while giving each seedling the opportunity to develop into something uniquely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ Important Shipping Notes\u003cbr\u003eWe take great care to ensure your plant arrives safely:\u003cbr\u003e• We ship every Monday and Tuesday to minimize weekend delays.\u003cbr\u003e• We check destination weather on Sunday night and will add free insulation and heat packs when needed for safe delivery.\u003cbr\u003e• If a plant arrives damaged, buyers must provide an unboxing video within one hour of delivery.\u003cbr\u003e(We cannot be responsible for plants left outside, delayed opening, or packages exposed to heat\/cold.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🌟 Perfect For:\u003cbr\u003e• Rare plant collectors\u003cbr\u003e• Fans of unusual foliage\u003cbr\u003e• Terrarium or greenhouse keepers\u003cbr\u003e• Anyone building a unique indoor jungle \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WuhooTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53787904737574,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/3940\/8166\/files\/55.heic?v=1788050920","url":"https:\/\/wuhootropicals.com\/products\/anthurium-carlablackiae-wu1-s1","provider":"WuhooTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}