Anthurium maguirei A.D.Hawkes

• Genus: Anthurium
• Botanical Background: Named by A.D. Hawkes in 1964, honoring botanist Richard Evans Maguire, who contributed significantly to the study of tropical plants in the region.

• Geographical Range: Native to the tropical cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama, at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 meters above sea level.
• Environment: High humidity and moderate temperatures typical of montane rainforests, often growing in shaded understories with rich, well-drained soils.

Leaves

• Large, leathery, dark green leaves with a glossy finish
• Shape is ovate to heart-shaped
• Pronounced veins and a deep green hue

Inflorescence (Spadix & Spathe)

• Creamy white spadix surrounded by a white spathe
• Spathe is elongated and slightly curved, adding an elegant flair to the plant
• Emits a subtle, faint scent

Growth Habit

• Epiphytic
• Can grow terrestrially
• Often climbing nearby trees or shrubs for support

Light Requirements

• Bright, indirect
• Direct sunlight can cause leaf scorch

Watering & Humidity

• Consistent moisture
• High humidity
• Ensuring the plant does not sit in water 

Soil & Potting Mix

• A well-draining, lightweight potting mix
• A mix of peat, perlite, and orchid bark 

Temperature & Fertilizer

• Temperature range is 18°C to 24°C (65°F to 75°F)

• Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength

Division and Stem Cuttings

• Propagation is most commonly achieved by dividing the plant at the roots or by taking stem cuttings with at least one node
• Node which should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium

Seeds

• Rarely propagated by seed
• Can be sown in a sterile medium under controlled conditions with temperatures of 20°C to 22°C (68°F to 72°F) for germination

Typical Issues

• Spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids
• Root rot 

Treatment Recommendations

• Neem oil solution

• Remove affected roots and repot the plant in fresh, well-draining soil

• Ensure proper watering practices

• Named after Richard Evans Maguire, a noted botanist
• Cherished for its distinctive foliage and attractive flowers

• Ornamental leaves and elegant spathe
• Rare and desirable addition to both tropical and aroid collections due to its beauty and uniqueness

Wild Population Status

• Not currently listed as endangered
• Restricted distribution in cloud forests 

Market Availability

• Rare and often sought after by collectors

• Not be widely available in local nurseries, but specialty aroid dealers and botanical gardens