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Approximately 10+ per pot 🌿 Anthurium John Banta NOID × A. Tim Anderson 'Crystal Black' – Heritage Hybrid with High Contrast Foliage This hybrid fuses two pillars of American aroid breeding: a mysterious John Banta NOID form acquired from the legendary Ree Gardens, and Tim Anderson’s 'Crystal Black'—a velvety, dark-leafed hybrid combining the bold structure of magnificum with the shimmer of crystallinum. The result is a vigorous grower with dramatically dark foliage and bold venation. 🌱 Parentage & Lineage John Banta NOID (Ree Gardens): This unidentified Anthurium originated from the now-closed Ree Gardens in South Florida and was acquired directly from Marie Nock. Its distinctive foliage and form reflect John Banta’s eye for unique tropical aroids. John Banta was a legendary Florida-based plant explorer and hybridizer whose work introduced numerous foundational species and hybrids into cultivation. His contributions through Ree Gardens helped shape the landscape of modern aroid collecting. Tim Anderson 'Crystal Black': A refined hybrid developed by Tim Anderson, combining the velvety depth of magnificum with the silver shimmer of crystallinum. It is known for broad, flat leaves with dark pigmentation, heavy substance, and excellent venation contrast—traits that often pass strongly to offspring. 🍃 Morphological Characteristics Foliage: Broad to semi-elongated leaf shape with velvety texture. Leaves emerge red to bronze and mature into a rich dark green or nearly black, with contrasting silver or pewter veining. Venation: Prominent silver veining reminiscent of crystallinum, often enhanced by the dark background inherited from 'Crystal Black'. Emergent Color: Red to burgundy emergent leaves maturing into deep, cool-toned foliage with heavy matte or velvety texture. 📏 Growth Habit Moderate internodal spacing with upright to slightly arching petioles. Responds well to pole support, producing broader foliage at maturity. A reliable, moderate grower—ideal for greenhouse, indoor cabinet, or display container. 🌿 Cultivation & Care Light: Bright, filtered light enhances veining and suppresses chlorosis in darker foliage. Humidity: 65–85% preferred for optimal growth. Substrate: Coarse, well-draining mix with high organic content (orchid bark, perlite, moss, charcoal). Watering: Keep consistently moist but well-aerated; avoid saturation at root zone. 🧬 Collector Notes A fusion of two of the most important legacies in American aroid hybridization—John Banta and Tim Anderson. Ideal for breeders or collectors seeking to preserve historic genetics while exploring new phenotype combinations. 📦 Shipping Info 🪴 You will receive a plant from our seedling tray. For individual selections, please check our specific listings. 📦 Shipped in a pot from New Orleans, Louisiana.

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