Product Details

Anthurium Red Plant (Anthurium andraeanum)

Botanical Name: Anthurium andraeanum

Common Names: Anthurium Red Plant, Flamingo Flower (English),

Origin: Colombia and Ecuador

Introduction:

Anthurium andraeanum, commonly known as the Anthurium Red Plant or Flamingo Flower, is a striking indoor plant native to the rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador. It is admired for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant red spathes, which add a touch of elegance to any indoor setting.

Detailed Care Information:

• Watering Frequency:
• Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
• Light Requirement:
• Prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves and spathes.
• Plant Uses:
• Ideal for indoor decoration, adding a touch of elegance and color to living rooms, bedrooms, and offices. Known for its air-purifying properties.
• Caution:
• The plant is toxic if ingested by pets and humans.
• Level of Difficulty:
• Easy to moderate. Anthuriums require consistent care to thrive.
• Flowering or Non-flowering:
• Flowering. The plant produces vibrant red spathes with a yellow spadix.
• Flower Colors:
• Red spathes with a yellow spadix.
• Fruits:
• Produces small, berry-like fruits.
• Seeds:
• Propagation is usually done through division or stem cuttings rather than seeds.
• Edible or Not Edible:
• Not edible.
• Interesting Fact:
• Anthuriums are often used in floral arrangements due to their long-lasting, vibrant flowers.
• Media or Substrate Type:
• Prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix. Regularly check our categories of soil and fertilizers to provide the best growing medium.