The Anthurium King of Spades is a cultivar of the popular Anthurium plant
This wonderful hybrid, Anthurium ‘King of Spades’ is also called Anthurium ‘HU’ for Haji Ulih, Anthurium “HU” refers to Haji Ulih (Haji signifies a Muslim who has fulfilled the 5th pillar of Islam, traveling to Mecca; Ulih is his first name), the man who created this beautiful hybrid known as Anthurium ‘King of Spades.” Beautiful cordate, extremely full, velvety leaf blades are embellished with fine, yet sharply contrasted venation. The word “Anthurium” is a combination of the Greek words “ánthos” (which means “flower”) and “ourá” (which means “tail”). This might literally be translated as “flowering tail.”
The well-liked Anthurium plant, which is distinguished by its vivid red blossoms and glossy green leaves, has a cultivar called the Anthurium ‘King of Spades. The King of spades cultivar stands out because its deep, rich crimson blossoms have the shape of a spade. The plant has a lush, tropical appearance thanks to its huge, glossy leaves. This cultivar grows beautifully indoors or in a greenhouse and adds a splash of color to any space. It is a well-liked option among plant enthusiasts because it requires little maintenance and can withstand a wide range of temperatures.
The origin of the Anthurium King of spades cultivar is not well-documented. Like wide cultivated varieties of Anthurium, it likely originated as a mutation or hybrid of existing plants. It’s unclear which variety it was hybridized with or where it was first discovered.
Anthuriums are native to tropical regions of Central and South America, specifically in rainforests, and they were discovered by botanists and plant explorers in the 19th century. Since then, many different cultivars have been developed through selective breeding and hybridization.
Following are the requirements for caring for the Anthurium King of Spades:
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight as it can harm the leaves of this plant, which enjoys bright, indirect light.
- When the top inch of soil is dry, water the plant. The plant is prone to root rot, so take care not to overwater it.
- Anthurium King of Spades prefers high levels of humidity, therefore if your home is dry, you might want to use a humidifier or put a tray of water close to the plant.
- Temperature: Without any frost, this plant enjoys conditions between 60 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
- During the growing season, fertilize your Anthurium King of Spades every four to six weeks using a balanced houseplant fertilizer.
- Pruning: To maintain the plant looking its best, prune dead or yellowing leaves as needed.
- Repotting: Once a year, or when the plant gets pot-bound, repot the plant.
- Pest control: Keep an eye out for common houseplant pests like mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites because they can harm the plant’s leaves and blossoms.You can help make sure that your Anthurium King of Spades remains healthy and produces a lot of flowers by following these maintenance instructions.
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