Anthurium 'Big Bill'
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Anthurium 'Big Bill' is a captivating variety of Anthurium, highly prized for its imposing stature and spectacular foliage. This tropical plant stands out for its glossy leaves, which can reach, under optimal conditions, 10 feet in length!
Origin: Anthurium 'Big Bill' is a hybrid of Anthurium pendulifolium and Anthurium cubense created by Bill Rotolante of Silver Krome Gardens
Growth: Anthurium 'Big Bill' shows vigorous growth under proper care conditions, forming a dense and bushy plant. Its ability to produce large leaves makes it a spectacular houseplant, capable of making a significant visual impact.
Flowers: As with other Anthurium varieties, 'Big Bill' can produce flowers throughout the year under optimal growing conditions. The inflorescences consist of an erect spadix surrounded by a coloured spathe, often in shades of red, pink or white.
Light: This strain prefers bright indirect light but can tolerate lower light levels.
Watering: 'Big Bill' requires regular watering to keep the substrate evenly moist, but not soggy. Proper drainage is essential to prevent root rot and other problems related to excess water.
Substrate: A well-draining potting soil mix is recommended. Use a tropical plant substrate, enriched, to ensure good drainage while retaining the necessary moisture for the plant.
Toxicity: Anthuriums contain calcium oxalate crystals, which makes them potentially irritating and toxic if ingested. It is advisable to keep Anthurium 'Big Bill' out of reach of children and pets.
