Anthurium besseae

Besseae Anthurium

Wild SpeciesVery Rare Species
££££ · CollectorVery LowBolivia (humid montane and lower montane forest)
Besseae Anthurium

Morphology

leaf ShapeCordate with narrow to moderate sinus
leaf Length15-30 cm
leaf Width10-22 cm
petiole ColorShort, green to light brown
venationContrasting pale venation on dark velvety blade
textureVelvety
variegationNone
growth HabitDense compact crown, short internodes

About

Anthurium besseae is a compact epiphytic Anthurium described by Croat, native to the cloud-influenced humid forests of Bolivia at montane elevations. It grows on trees in high-humidity environments, producing a dense crown of velvety, dark green leaves with contrasting pale venation and a distinctively narrow to moderate sinus. Short petioles keep the plant tightly formed, and it rarely exceeds a manageable size — making it ideal for cabinet and terrarium cultivation. Known from only limited localities in Bolivia, it remains one of the more challenging velvet anthuriums to source legitimately, and it commands serious attention among dedicated collectors.

Climate Profile

OriginBolivia (humid montane and lower montane forest)
HumidityVery high humidity (80-95%)
Temperature15-24°C (cooler tolerant)
LightLow to medium indirect light
FamilyAraceae
GenusAnthurium

Market Analysis & Price Guide

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£300+
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Quick Facts

growth HabitCompact epiphyte, self-heading
mature SizeSmall to Medium (25-45 cm)
lightLow to medium indirect light
humidityVery high humidity (80-95%)
temperature15-24°C (cooler tolerant)
difficultyAdvanced
growth SpeedSlow
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