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anthurium dolores Anthurium 'Dorayaki'Anthurium crystallinum Dorayaki Anthurium crystallinum Dorayaki is a round leaf Anthurium crystallinum form with wide pale veins and a compact crown. Its shorter, broader leaves give young plants a compact, rounded form. Fresh leaves open lighter and softer, then firm up and deepen in colour as they mature. Its rounded velvet leaves are crossed by broad pale veins. Leaf traits Rounded heart shaped to near circular leaves Wide pale to silvery veins
Anthurium crystallinum ‘Dorayaki’
Anthurium crystallinum ‘Dorayaki’ is a round-leaf Anthurium crystallinum form with wide pale veins and a compact crown. Its shorter, broader leaves give young plants a compact, rounded form.
Fresh leaves open lighter and softer, then firm up and deepen in colour as they mature. Its rounded velvet leaves are crossed by broad pale veins.
Leaf traits
- Rounded heart-shaped to near-circular leaves
- Wide pale to silvery veins
- Velvet surface with a soft sheen
- Compact self-heading growth
Keeping it growing well
- Light: Give bright filtered light and shield soft new leaves from harsh sun
- Watering: Keep the mix evenly moist; let the upper mix begin to dry before watering again
- Substrate: Use an airy Anthurium mix that holds some moisture but does not compact
- Pot size: Match the pot to the root system; small plants in oversized pots stay wet too long
- Temperature: Keep warm and steady, especially after shipping or repotting
- Humidity: Moderate to high humidity helps soft new leaves unfurl more smoothly when paired with airflow
- Leaf care: Clean gently with minimal pressure to protect the velvet surface
- Feeding: Use light fertiliser in steady doses during active growth
What can go wrong
- Stuck new leaves: Usually linked to humidity drops, pests, root stress or handling while the leaf is soft
- Brown edges: Check watering rhythm, humidity, salts and root condition
- Scuffed leaves: Velvet marks easily when rubbed or packed tightly with other plants
- Small leaves: Check light, feeding, root health and recent changes after shipping or repotting
- Yellowing lower leaves: Check for overpotting or a mix staying wet too long
- Root rot: Dense substrate, cold roots and oversized pots increase the risk
Flowering
When mature, this form can produce a green spathe and green-brown spadix. Remove spent inflorescences once they fade.
Handling note
Keep away from pets and children; plant material can irritate the mouth, throat, skin and eyes if eaten or handled roughly.
Name and origin
Anthurium crystallinum ‘Dorayaki’ is a cultivated round-leaf form of Anthurium crystallinum. The name refers to dorayaki, a round Japanese filled pancake, and suits the plant’s shorter, broader leaves. In Anthurium, the genus name refers to the tail-like spadix in the flower structure.
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★★★★★ 5
Great book!
Format: Paperback
My daughter is 8 years old and loves reading graphic novels. I came across this one and wasn’t sure if it would be for her age but figured we would give it a try. So glad I ordered it! She read it so fast and it quickly became one of her favorites! I have the second book in my cart now.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2026
★★★★★ 5
great for 4th grade
Format: Paperback
my 4th grader loved this book, wish more were paperback
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Good Artwork
Format: Paperback
This was a well drawn graphic novel
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Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
which is my favorite place to shop for my classroom
Format: Paperback
I found this book in the #WeNeedDiverseBooks catalog on Scholastic Book Clubs, which is my favorite place to shop for my classroom. This book appealed to me because it was a graphic novel, and because of its premise in examining gender norms.
Aster is a boy who lives in a magical society where the girls are trained to be witches, and the boys are supposed to grow to be shapeshifters. Aster's shapeshifting magic hasn't come to him, and he's really much more interested in witchery. At one part of the story, he points out to the other boys that it's silly that the girls are in lessons learning things while they are just running around playing fighting games. As a teacher, this made me smile! His family then runs into a mysterious danger, and no one will listen to him when he thinks he has a way to help make things right. Will he be able to use magic his way to help save his family?
This book features a diverse cast, which is readily apparent to the reader thanks to the graphic novel format. Aster is a likable protagonist, as is his friend Charlie. I love the message that shatters the binary gender norms, especially because they are sometimes quite rigid in this age group. When I listed the books I had bought to my students this last year, some of them questioned me on how the title could be "The Witch Boy." Even in the world of fantasy, they had clear gender norms established in their head. I am all for books that can help loosen those norms and create more open minds. There is no reason for our children to feel like there are things that they cannot do or be because they have been assigned a certain gender. Because of its fantasy setting, I feel like it's a book that can be more readily accepted by readers and gatekeepers with more conservative views. This kind of representation is very important for our children who are coming of age and discovering themselves.
Because it's a middle grade novel, the plot of THE WITCH BOY moved very quickly and I would have loved more details about the characters and the world. However, I think it'll be more than enough to keep kids engaged, and the story line is easy to follow. It's a quick read, which is a huge plus for some of our reluctant readers, and my students were definitely attracted to the full color, high-quality pages. This was the nicest looking book in the book order that it came in, and one of my students must have liked it enough to keep it, because it never made it back and I had to order a new one on Amazon.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2018
★★★★★ 5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Enchanting, meaningful, and perfect for teens (and their moms sneaking a read, too!)
Format: Paperback
The Witch Boy is a spellbinding graphic novel that my preteen devoured in one sitting—and honestly, so did I. It beautifully explores what it means to be different, to challenge family expectations, and to find your own magic (literally and figuratively).
The story follows Aster, a boy growing up in a family where boys become shapeshifters and girls become witches. But Aster doesn’t fit the mold—he’s drawn to witchcraft, despite the risks and disapproval. When something dark starts hunting the boys in his community, it’s Aster’s courage and gifts that may save them all.
What we loved:
✨ The lush, expressive illustrations pull you right in.
✨ Aster’s journey is a wonderful mirror for kids who feel like they don’t quite fit in—whether that’s because of interests, identity, or just growing up.
✨ It weaves in big ideas (gender roles, acceptance, family pressure) without ever being heavy-handed.
✨ It’s just spooky enough to be thrilling, but not nightmare fuel.
If you’re a parent looking for books that spark conversation about being true to yourself, kindness, and empathy—or if your kid loves stories about witches, werewolves, and secret magic—this is a must.
We can’t wait to get the next in the series. Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2025