Anthurium Silver Brush

The Silver Stroke Velvet

What Is Anthurium ‘Silver Brush’?

Anthurium ‘Silver Brush’ is a beautiful velvet Anthurium known for its dark leaves highlighted with a soft silver pattern across the surface. The name “Silver Brush” refers to the silvery markings that look like gentle brush strokes over the leaf.

This plant belongs to the velvet Anthurium group, valued for rich color and smooth texture. It grows naturally in warm, humid forest environments and is not an aquatic plant. It should never be submerged.

The leaves are heart-shaped, deep green, and velvety, with noticeable silver shading that becomes more visible under good lighting. The contrast between dark green and silver gives the plant a refined and elegant appearance.

Subtle yet striking, Anthurium ‘Silver Brush’ is ideal for collectors who appreciate soft metallic tones and classic velvet foliage.

How It Grows

This plant grows upright from a central stem. New leaves appear slowly and become larger as the plant matures.

Growth is slow to moderate under stable conditions.

The Leaves

The leaves are soft and velvety.

• Color: deep green with silver shading or brush-like pattern

• Surface: velvet texture with soft sheen

• Shape: heart-shaped with defined edges

The silver pattern becomes stronger in bright indirect light.

Light Needs

Prefers bright, indirect light.

• Avoid direct sunlight

• Good light enhances silver tones and leaf texture

Low light may reduce contrast.

Water & Growing Conditions

• Keep soil lightly moist but never soggy

• Use airy, well-draining soil mix

• Prefers moderate to high humidity

• Ideal temperature: 20–30°C

Stable warmth and humidity support healthy leaf growth.

Growing Environment

Best suited for:

• Indoor tropical plant collections

• Humidity cabinets

• Bright rooms with filtered light

Not suitable for aquariums or submerged setups.

Care Level

Medium care.

• Suitable for growers with some experience

• Sensitive to overwatering

• Slow-growing but very rewarding

Handling Note

Avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity. Keep watering consistent and provide stable light. With proper care, Anthurium ‘Silver Brush’ will maintain its soft silver accents and velvety dark foliage.