Anthurium plowmanii · Anthurium Ruffles (Ruffled Anthurium)

The plant shows a basal rosette of long, strap-shaped, leathery leaves with strongly undulating/ruffled margins and a heavily corrugated (bullate) surface texture, arising from a short central stem with thick petioles - a growth habit and leaf texture very characteristic of Anthurium plowmanii, a species often called 'Anthurium Ruffles' that is commonly grown in exactly this kind of nursery/greenhouse setting. This differs from the previously rejected Xanthosoma and Alocasia identifications: the leaves here are consistently narrow and lance-shaped rather than broadly sagittate/arrow-shaped or peltate as in Xanthosoma and most Alocasia, and they lack the classic ear-shaped basal lobes seen in those genera. The tall central shaft visible behind the leaves could be an emerging inflorescence spadix/spathe stalk typical of Anthurium rather than a new unfurling leaf. That said, I can't fully rule out other large-leaved aroids with similar ruffled, quilted foliage (e.g., certain Philodendron or Homalomena species), and without a clear view of the petiole attachment point, leaf venation pattern, or any inflorescence/spathe detail, I can't be fully certain of the species. A close-up of the leaf base/petiole junction, the underside venation, or a flowering structure would help confirm or rule this out.

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Light

Bright, filtered indirect light; an east or shaded south window works well, but keep out of direct sun which will scorch the large leaves.

Water

Allow the top 1-2 inches of mix to dry out between waterings, then water thoroughly; reduce frequency in cooler winter months to avoid soggy roots.

Nutrients

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half-strength monthly during spring through fall growing season; withhold or reduce in winter.

Repotting

Repot every 2 years or when roots fill the pot and start emerging from drainage holes, ideally in spring; this species enjoys being slightly snug.

Soil media

Chunky, well-draining aroid mix -- combine orchid bark, perlite, and coarse peat or coco coir -- to mimic its semi-epiphytic habit and prevent waterlogging.

Temp & humidity

Warm tropical range of 65-85F, avoid temperatures below 55F; high humidity (60%+) is ideal for the best leaf size and texture, so mist or use a humidifier/pebble tray in drier rooms.

Temperature range

🌡️ 65-85F

Humidity range

💦 60%+

Care group

🏷️ Bright & Humid

Toxicity

Contains calcium oxalate crystals; sap and plant parts are toxic if ingested and can irritate skin/mouth, so wear gloves when pruning and keep away from curious pets or small children in public areas.

Pests & diseases

Watch for spider mites and mealybugs, especially in low-humidity conditions; root rot can develop quickly if overwatered or mix stays soggy, so ensure good drainage.

Propagation

Not recorded

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