![]() ![]() In their native tropical habitat, most species of anthurium plants are epiphytes, which means they grow on trees. The upright plants grow up to 18 inches tall and when not in bloom offer interest with their large shiny leaves. Common spathe colors include red, pink, and white, but there are also those with yellow, salmon, and purple hues. The individual blooms can last for two months and appear throughout the year. The heart-shaped ‘flower’ of anthurium is botanically a waxy spathe, which is a type of leaf. However, these plants are striking every day of the year and make excellent low care houseplants. The most common type of anthurium is Anthurium andreanum, which is often sold at garden centers and florists around the holidays to add cheerful color to the festive season. ![]() They’re hardy in USDA zones 11 to 12 and grown as indoor plants in colder climates. What is an anthurium plant?Īnthuriums, also known as flamingo flowers or painter’s palette, are tropical plants native to parts of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. The brilliant waxy spathes of flamingo flower can last 6 to 8 weeks. Keep reading to learn more about growing, caring for, and propagating anthurium plants. Commonly called flamingo flower, this tropical makes an excellent houseplant thriving in a site with bright, indirect light. The blooms can last for months, with the large, heart-shaped spathes adding bold color to indoor spaces. Have you got a thriving Anthurium in your home? Share yours with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Anthurium is an exotic-looking plant with showy red, pink, or white flowers and glossy green leaves. Fertilise cautiously the second year after planting, and later by using a water soluble 3:2:1 fertilizer mixed at quarter strength and applying it according to the directions. Feed the flamingoĪnthuriums don’t need too much fertiliser. Remove spent flower bracts as soon as they begin to turn brown – and re-pot your flamingo flower every two to three years. Over-watering can cause the leaves to turn yellow and eventually lead to fatal root rot. Water every three days maximum – the surface of the soil should be moist, not wet. Refill the saucer and spritz the leaves with water from time to time. TIP: Create your own humid microclimate by placing a shallow saucer of pebbles under your pot and pouring in a little water, being careful not to let the water level reach the pot. In fact, a lack of humidity could cause your Flamingo Flower’s foliage to lose its gorgeous, glossy sheen. ![]() … and humidĪs natural rainforest dwellers, Anthuriums love humid conditions. Although they can survive temps as low as 15☌, they won’t grow as fast and may not bloom (what a waste!). Keep it warm…Īnthuriums aren’t accustomed to the cold so try to maintain a temperature of 25-30☌. Place your pot in a bright, sunny spot – but away from direct sunlight as this can scorch the leaves. And don’t get too alarmed if you see roots peering above the soil – this is just one of the quirks of the plant. Place your Anthurium in a pot just a little bigger than the plant itself. Here's how to keep your Anthurium happy: Perfect your potting mixĪnthuriums like a coarse growing medium so create the perfect potting mix with one part perlite, one part peat moss and one part pine bark.
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