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.