Anthurium Black Diamond (seedling)

Anthurium Black Diamond seedling Culture (for a Juvenile Plant):

Cultivating a young seedling of this Anthurium hybrid requires extra care, focusing on providing optimal conditions for its delicate early growth:

• Light: Provide gentle, bright, indirect light. Seedlings are particularly susceptible to leaf burn from direct sunlight.
• Temperature: Maintain consistent warmth. Ideal temperatures are between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82.4°F). Avoid any significant temperature drops or fluctuations.
• Humidity: Very high humidity is crucial for seedling development. Aim for 70-90% humidity, which can be achieved using a humidity chamber, terrarium, or by placing the seedling in a protected, humid environment.
• Watering: Keep the seedling's substrate consistently moist but never waterlogged. Seedling roots are very fragile and prone to rot in overly wet conditions. Ensure excellent drainage. Use soft water, such as rainwater or reverse osmosis water, if possible.
• Substrate: Use a very light, airy, and well-draining mix suitable for young Anthuriums. A blend of fine sphagnum moss, perlite, fine orchid bark, and possibly a small amount of coco coir can work well.

Additional Notes (Regarding Seedlings):

• This seedling is the offspring of Anthurium luxurians, known for its deeply corrugated, bullate leaves, and Anthurium regale, known for its large, velvety, heart-shaped leaves with prominent veins.
• Be patient! Seedlings grow relatively slowly, and it will take time for the plant to mature and display the more recognizable traits of its parents.