Anthurium superbum

42.14715195, -87.78968811

42.14719391, -87.78971863

42.14912033, -87.78936005

Ironclad Birdsnest Anthurium

The common name for Anthurium superbum is Ironclad Birdsnest. "Birdsnest" refers to the shape of the plant and arrangement of its leaves. However, it's the distinctive strength and rigidity of those leaves that earned it the name "Ironclad." It's a native of the tropical rain forests, where it lives on trees, and draws its nutrients and water from the humid air, rainwater, and debris that collects around its roots.

Anthurium superbum blooms year round. Its spear-shaped spadix is covered with tiny green flowers that age to pink and are followed by colorful purple berries.

Soil:
Moist
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Partial Shade
Full Shade
Bloom Time:
January - February
November - December
Bloom Color:
White
Green
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Plant Type:
Perennial
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11