Variegated Anthurium hookeri - 1L / 14cm / Small
$49.00Anthurium hookeri Variegated White - Mature form shown pic 1, Pup examples pics 2-3
Anthurium hookeri Variegated White is a rare bird’s nest anthurium prized for its broad, rippled leaves splashed with creamy white and soft green marbling. Each leaf is unique, with unpredictable variegation that ranges from fine speckling to bold sectors, giving the plant a striking, high-contrast look.
Growing in a dense, self-heading rosette, this tropical species brings structure and brightness to indoor spaces without the need for climbing support. It’s a collector-grade plant that rewards stable conditions with lush, architectural foliage.
Toxic if ingested. Irritating sap.
Comprehensive Care Instructions for Anthurium hookeri Variegated White
Lighting Requirements
Indoors: Bright, indirect light is essential to maintain strong variegation. Avoid direct sun which can scorch the pale areas.
Outdoors (mild climates): Best in bright shade or filtered light in a sheltered, frost-free position.
Watering Regimen
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 2–3cm begins to dry.
Avoid letting water sit in the crown and ensure good drainage.
Temperature & Humidity
Thrives between 18°C–28°C.
Prefers high humidity (60%+) for best growth and leaf quality. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.
Fertilizing
Feed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertiliser. Avoid overfeeding.
Growth Habit
Self-heading, bird’s nest form with broad, arching foliage. Does not climb, making it ideal for statement pots and floor displays.
Repotting
Repot every 1–2 years or when rootbound. Use a chunky, well-draining aroid mix with bark and perlite for airflow.
Pests & Troubleshooting
May attract thrips or spider mites in dry conditions. Inspect regularly and maintain humidity.
Browning on variegated areas can indicate low humidity or inconsistent watering.
Important Note: Collector’s Statement Piece
This is a slow-growing, high-impact plant best suited to stable indoor environments. With the right care, it develops into a bold, architectural centrepiece with unique variegation on every leaf.
Plant Size Guide
The plant in the photos is an example and an approximate guide only however we try to show an average sized example. Sizes, flowering state and colours change throughout the seasons and variation will occur. In summer & autumn, plants are often larger or the same size as than the example picture but around winter and spring, they can be a little smaller but still at a size similar to the example. We aim to update the pictures to reflect significant differences.
Plant Heights - because the plant's foliage must fit inside our Plant Cartons, the actual height of a plant's central trunk (meristem) will be shorter than the box it fits in.
Small Plants - 14cm wide nursery pot - 1 Litre volume - Plants fit in a 50cm tall box.
Medium Plants - 17cm wide pots either 2L hanging pot or 2.5L nursery pot - Plants fit in a 75cm tall box.
Large Plants - 25cm wide pot, 10L volume. Plants fit in a 100cm tall box.
XL Plants - Plants over 100cm tall in pot sizes specified, 25cm/10L or greater and are hand delivered within Auckland/Northland only.
Dispatch Times
Plant courier orders are processed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
North Island orders are targeted overnight delivery, South Island orders are sent on a 2-day target but these are not a guaranteed delivery timeframe.
Add 1 extra day after a public holiday as well as for rural addresses or remote towns.
Monday - We send orders placed on previous Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.
Tuesday - We send Weekend orders from previous Saturday & Sunday.
Wednesday - We send orders placed from Monday & Tuesday.
XL Plants are delivered only within urban Auckland & Whangarei and this service is for non-urgent orders. This excludes satellite destinations such as Beachlands, Pukekohe, Piha, Helensville etc and Whangarei Heads. We may deliver at any time Sunday, Monday, Wednesday or Thursday in Auckland and you need to have a sheltered accessible position for us to deliver to.
Plants in Transit
Each Small, Medium & Large plant is individually contained within its own protective cardboard Plant Carton which may be joined to other cartons in your order.
Plants typically take just a day or two to arrive, however they are usually fine in their cartons for 1-2 weeks, and many can go longer, so a few extra days are not usually cause for concern.
Whether it takes 1 or 7 days, let your plant recover from its journey by placing in gentle light and adding a little water and it will be back to its best within a couple of days. Let us know if there are any major issues via the contact page.
