Anthurium Papillilaminum x Guna Yala

This papillilaminum cross carries the species' thick, velvet-textured leaf but opens it up into bold, high-contrast variegation — leaves ranging from near-solid buttery yellow to classic dark velvet green, often on the same plant.

This is a one-of-a-kind specimen — the exact plant shown in its photo, not a representative sample. Please message us to confirm it's still available before purchasing.

Why Collectors Seek It Out

Papillilaminum crosses carrying a named variegated line like "Guna Yala" are valued for exactly this instability: a single plant can push out a nearly all-yellow leaf and a nearly all-green leaf in succession, which keeps it visually different from one flush to the next.

Botanical Background

Anthurium papillilaminum is native to Colombia, grown for its thick, corrugated, velvet leaves. As a cultivated hybrid cross rather than a wild-collected species, exact variegation pattern varies by division. As with other Anthurium, the sap contains calcium oxalate crystals, so keep it away from pets and children.

Growing Conditions

Bright, indirect light, warmth between 18–27°C (65–80°F), and no cold drafts suit it well. A chunky, well-draining aroid mix, humidity above 60%, and a slight dry-down between waterings keep the roots healthy; a covered setup or grow cabinet noticeably improves leaf size and how clearly the variegation shows.

Rooted and Ready to Ship

This listing ships as a bareroot division under 6 inches, roots intact and soil removed for transit, close to what's shown in its photo. Add this Anthurium papillilaminum x Guna Yala to your collection, grown and shipped from ThaiFusion Botanica in Thailand with a phytosanitary certificate on every international order.