🌿 Anthurium 'Doriyaki Silver' × A. 'Doc Block Purple F2' – Rare Hybrid Anthurium
This exceptional hybrid blends the brilliant silver variegation of 'Doriyaki Silver' with the deep purple emergent leaves and structured growth habit of Doc Block’s 'Purple F2'. The result is a stunning, high-contrast Anthurium featuring metallic silver highlights, velvety texture, and richly pigmented foliage that shifts between purple, deep green, and near-black hues.
Parentage & Lineage:
🧬 Anthurium 'Doriyaki Silver'
Striking silver variegation over dark green foliage
Broad, heart-shaped leaves with a quilted texture
Compact growth habit with highly contrasting venation
🧬 Anthurium 'Doc Block Purple F2'
Produces deep purple emergent leaves, maturing to dark green with high-contrast venation
Strong genetic lineage from Dr. Jeff Block’s specialized hybridization program
Vigorous growth with structured, upright leaf expansion
Morphological Characteristics:
🍃 Leaf Structure:
Inherits broad, heart-lanceolate foliage with a refined, architectural presence
Gains quilted texture and metallic silver overlay from Doriyaki Silver
🎨 Coloration & Venation:
Emerging leaves display deep purple hues, transitioning into dark green with silver highlights
High-contrast venation, with metallic silver midrib and secondary veins accentuating structure
May retain a shimmering, glaucous sheen under optimal humidity conditions
📏 Growth Habit:
Semi-epiphytic with a compact, structured growth pattern
Benefits from moss pole support, encouraging larger foliage and enhanced venation contrast
Cultivation & Care Requirements:
☀️ Light Exposure: Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain silver contrast and deep coloration
💧 Irrigation: Requires a well-draining, organic-rich substrate; allow the topsoil to slightly dry between waterings to prevent overwatering
🌡 Environmental Conditions: Thrives in high humidity (70-80%), warm temperatures (65-80°F / 18-27°C), and consistent airflow
🪴 Propagation: Best propagated through stem cuttings, with juvenile plants displaying early silver veining and structural form
Defining Features from Parentage:
✅ Bold silver variegation from 'Doriyaki Silver'
✅ Deep purple emergent leaves and structured venation from 'Doc Block Purple F2'
✅ Shimmering, high-contrast foliage with a sculptural growth habit
Ideal Applications:
A collector’s must-have, perfect for botanical conservatories, rare aroid collections, and enthusiasts seeking a high-contrast, visually striking Anthurium with dynamic color and texture.
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🪴 You will receive a plant from our seedling tray. For individual selections, please check our specific listings.
📦 Shipped in a pot from New Orleans, Louisiana.
