Anthurium Amazon Rabbit (Forgetii x Pinkleyi)

Anthurium Forgetii × Pinkleyi 'Amazon Rabbit'  A named hybrid cross pairing two species with very different but complementary leaf characters — Anthurium forgetii, the Colombian cloud forest species celebrated in the collector anthurium world above almost all others for one defining anatomical feature: the fully closed sinus, a complete absence of the basal lobes that characterize most anthurium leaves, producing a perfectly smooth, uninterrupted oval outline, dark and semi-velvety with subtle silver venation and a quiet iridescence in good indirect light; and Anthurium pinkleyi, the larger-scale Central and South American species with its broadly cordate, glossy-leathery leaves, rounded basal lobes, and the architectural presence and leaf scale that makes it such a consistent contributor to hybrid crosses. The 'Amazon Rabbit' name references a whimsical resemblance of the inflorescence spathe to a rabbit's face — a charming aside in what is otherwise a seriously collector-grade foliage hybrid. As with all seedling-raised crosses, individual expression varies considerably across offspring — some plants lean toward forgetii's more closed sinus and darker, more iridescent leaf quality, while others inherit pinkleyi's more openly cordate, broadly heart-shaped form, rounded basal lobes, and leathery-glossy surface as the dominant expression. The dark, impressed reticulate venation, substantial leaf constitution, and rich deep green coloration are consistent across the cross regardless of which parent's form dominates in a given seedling, making every individual a genuinely unique and collector-worthy plant. Provide bright indirect light to support the best leaf development and maintain the dark, rich surface quality of both parent lineages — the forgetii influence in particular is sensitive to harsh direct sun, which dulls the characteristic iridescence. Keep the medium consistently but lightly moist in a chunky, open epiphytic mix of orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir; never allow waterlogging. High humidity of 70-85% supports the healthiest growth and cleanest leaf emergence. Maintain warm temperatures between 65-80°F with stable rather than fluctuating conditions. Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during active growth. Toxic to humans and pets if ingested.