🌿 Anthurium 'Doc Block Red F2' × A. Tim Anderson ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim's Black') – Rare Hybrid Anthurium
This hybrid represents the fusion of Doc Block's intensely pigmented 'Red F2' selection with Tim Anderson’s near-black, velvety ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim’s Black') hybrid, resulting in a dramatic, high-contrast Anthurium. Expect deep red emergent foliage transitioning to dark, velvety green or near-black, enhanced by bold silver venation. This cross blends structured growth, intense pigmentation, and refined leaf texture, making it an elite selection for rare plant collectors.
Parentage & Lineage:
🧬 Anthurium 'Doc Block Red F2'
Selected from Dr. Jeff Block’s breeding program, emphasizing deep red emergent leaves
Matures into a rich green with well-defined venation
Compact, self-supporting growth habit with structured internodal spacing
🧬 Anthurium ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim's Black')
A Tim Anderson hybrid, sourced firsthand through trades and acquisitions from Anderson’s close network
Features dark, velvety foliage with near-black mature leaves
Displays intensely contrasting silver venation, enhancing its visual depth
Morphological Characteristics:
🍃 Leaf Structure:
Inherits broad, sculptural foliage with a high-impact presence
Gains velvety texture from ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim’s Black'), creating a deep, light-absorbing surface
🎨 Coloration & Venation:
Emergent leaves display deep red hues, darkening to rich emerald or near-black
Silver venation from ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim’s Black') intensifies contrast, emphasizing its structural appeal
Velvety texture adds a dimensional quality, deepening the color effect
📏 Growth Habit:
Semi-epiphytic, upright structure, supporting broad, structured foliage
Benefits from moss pole support, encouraging larger leaf expansion and refined venation clarity
Cultivation & Care Requirements:
☀️ Light Exposure: Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain deep pigmentation and strong venation contrast
💧 Irrigation: Requires a well-draining, organic-rich substrate; allow the topsoil to slightly dry between waterings
🌡 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 red leaf emergence and velvety texture
Defining Features from Parentage:
✅ Deep red emergent leaves from 'Doc Block Red F2'
✅ Velvety, near-black mature foliage from ('Crystal Mag' / 'Tim’s Black')
✅ High-contrast silver venation enhancing structural definition
Ideal Applications:
A highly collectible hybrid, perfect for botanical conservatories, rare aroid collections, and Anthurium enthusiasts seeking a bold, velvety hybrid with dramatic pigmentation and striking venation contrast.
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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.
