DB Michelle x Pap RA5 by Z.S

Anthurium Doc Block Michelle × Pap ‘RA5’

Bred by local hobbyist Z.S. (Sacramento, CA)

Overview

This Anthurium hybrid brings together strength and refinement through two complementary lineages. Doc Block Michelle contributes dark velvet foliage and striking silver-pink venation, while Pap ‘RA5’ adds burnished undertones and elongated form. Together, they create foliage that feels luminous yet grounding—balanced between shadow and ember.

Lineage & Background

Doc Block Michelle is known for its depth of color and expressive venation, lending drama and visual weight to this cross. Pap ‘RA5’ reinforces elegance through proportion and warmth, introducing elongated structure and subtle tonal complexity. The pairing reflects a deliberate balance of power and restraint.

Expected Characteristics

• Dark velvet foliage with silver-pink venation

• Burnished undertones layered beneath deeper coloration

• Elongated leaf form with composed structure

• Moody, high-contrast appearance that intensifies with maturity

As with all Anthurium hybrids, final expression will vary as the plant matures.

Plant Details

• Genus: Anthurium

• Plant type: Juvenile seedling

• Growth stage: Actively growing

• Rooting: Establishing

• Pot size: Varies by listing

Why We Chose This Plant

Selected for its balance of drama and refinement, this Anthurium hybrid reflects the artistry of a passionate local hobbyist breeder. It embodies Aroidica’s appreciation for plants shaped by patience—where depth, mood, and elegance emerge over time rather than all at once.

Collector Notes

• Juvenile plant; final appearance will vary

• Photos may show parent or representative plants for reference

• Each seedling is unique