Anthurium warocqueanum ‘Dark & Narrow’

Anthurium warocqueanum ‘Dark & Narrow’ is a dramatic form of the Queen Anthurium known for its long, narrow velvety leaves, deep green coloration, and bright contrasting venation. As the plant matures, the foliage can become exceptionally elongated, creating the unmistakable hanging silhouette that makes warocqueanum such a standout Anthurium.

The Dark & Narrow form is especially appreciated for its slimmer leaf shape and deeper coloration. New leaves emerge soft and delicate, then gradually harden into a darker velvety green as they mature.

What You’ll Receive

One live Anthurium warocqueanum ‘Dark & Narrow’ plant.

Your plant will be carefully packed to help protect the foliage, roots, and active growing point during transit.

Plant Highlights

Long narrow velvety foliage

Deep green to dark green mature leaves

Bright contrasting venation

Classic pendant Queen Anthurium growth

Leaves become increasingly elongated with maturity

Strong vertical presence without requiring a climbing support

Excellent statement Anthurium for warm, humid growing conditions

Light

Provide medium to bright indirect light.

Bright filtered light encourages steady growth and helps support larger foliage, but prolonged harsh direct sun should be avoided. The velvety leaves can scorch quickly under intense afternoon sunlight.

Water

Keep the growing media consistently lightly moist while still allowing good drainage.

Water thoroughly once the upper portion of the media begins to dry, then allow excess water to drain freely.

Warocqueanum generally prefers more consistent moisture than many thicker leaved Anthuriums and may react poorly to repeated cycles of becoming completely dry.

At the same time, avoid keeping the root system constantly saturated.

Humidity

High humidity is strongly preferred.

Humidity around 70 percent or higher can help support smoother leaf emergence and reduce damage while new leaves are expanding.

Established plants may tolerate somewhat lower humidity, but consistent conditions are especially important for maintaining clean foliage.

Growing Media

Use a very airy, moisture retentive, well draining Anthurium mix.

A combination of tree fern fiber, orchid bark, coco chips, perlite, pumice, sphagnum moss, and similar materials works well.

The root system benefits from plenty of oxygen, so avoid dense mixes that remain compacted or waterlogged.

Temperature

Warm temperatures are ideal, generally around 65 to 85°F.

Protect from frost, cold drafts, and prolonged exposure to temperatures below approximately 55°F.

Consistent warmth typically encourages faster root growth and more regular leaf production.

Airflow

Provide gentle airflow, especially when growing in high humidity.

Good circulation helps prevent stagnant moisture from remaining around the foliage and growing media while still allowing the plant to benefit from elevated humidity.

Fertilizer

Feed lightly and consistently during active growth using a diluted balanced fertilizer.

Regular light feeding is generally preferable to occasional heavy applications.

Flush the growing media periodically to help prevent fertilizer salts from accumulating around the roots.

Growth Habit

Anthurium warocqueanum grows from a central stem with leaves held on long petioles before hanging downward as they increase in length.

Unlike a climbing Anthurium, it does not require a moss pole to develop its characteristic mature form.

Give the plant enough vertical space for the foliage to hang freely without rubbing against surrounding plants or surfaces.

New Leaf Development

New warocqueanum leaves are extremely soft while expanding.

Fresh foliage may initially appear lighter, bronze toned, or slightly different in color before gradually hardening into its mature dark green.

Avoid touching, repositioning, or allowing new leaves to press against other objects while they are expanding. Damage that occurs during this stage will remain visible once the leaf hardens.

Mature Foliage

Under favorable conditions, Anthurium warocqueanum can produce exceptionally long leaves.

Leaf size depends heavily on genetics, root health, humidity, light, nutrition, and consistency of care. The Dark & Narrow form maintains a more elongated, slender profile as it matures, giving the plant an especially dramatic appearance.

Anthurium warocqueanum ‘Dark & Narrow’ combines deep velvet foliage, striking venation, and an elegant narrow silhouette into one of the most dramatic foliage Anthuriums to grow.

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⚠️ Important Shipping Notes
We take great care to ensure your plant arrives safely:
• We ship every Monday and Tuesday to minimize weekend delays.
• We check destination weather on Sunday night and will add free insulation and heat packs when needed for safe delivery.
• If a plant arrives damaged, buyers must provide an unboxing video within one hour of delivery.
(We cannot be responsible for plants left outside, delayed opening, or packages exposed to heat/cold.)

🌟 Perfect For:
• Rare plant collectors
• Fans of unusual foliage
• Terrarium or greenhouse keepers
• Anyone building a unique indoor jungle