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Anthurium andraeanum
evergreen aroid; epiphytic perennial
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: evergreen aroid; epiphytic perennial
- Height × spread: 12 to 18 in (30 to 45 cm) × 12 to 18 in (30 to 45 cm)
- Bloom window: intermittent year-round indoors
- Color & flower form: waxy red to pink to white spathes; yellow to white spadix
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: 11 to 12; indoors elsewhere
- Breeder / Year / Origin: unknown
- Awards/registration: RHS Award of Garden Merit
- Cut-flower notes: sturdy stems; typical vase life up to 2 to 3 weeks when conditioned
- Pet safety: avoid
How it differs
- Showiest spathe display among commonly grown anthuriums
- Blooms reliably under household light when bright and indirect
- Stronger stems than most foliage types
- Many color forms from white to deep red
Strengths
- Long-lasting spathes
- Can flower year-round indoors
- Handles typical indoor temperatures well
- Widely available starter sizes
Care in one minute
Site: bright, indirect light away from hot sun.
Soil: chunky, well-drained aroid mix; pH 6.0 to 6.5; good aeration.
Water: keep evenly moist; let top 1 in (2 to 3 cm) dry before watering.
Feeding: light, balanced houseplant feed monthly in spring to summer.
Grooming: remove spent spathes; flush salts; wipe leaves to reduce dust.
Overwintering: keep 65 to 80°F (18 to 27°C) and humidity 50% or higher.
Watch‑outs
- Sensitive to cold below 55°F (13°C)
- Overwatering can cause root rot in dense mixes
- Susceptible to bacterial and fungal diseases in stagnant, humid air
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Provenance note
Native to Colombia and Ecuador and widely hybridized in cultivation. Recognized with the RHS Award of Garden Merit for reliable performance under glass.
References
- Royal Horticultural Society: Anthurium andraeanum
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder: Anthurium andraeanum
- UF/IFAS EDIS: Cultural Guidelines for Anthurium (EP159)
- UC Davis Postharvest: Anthurium Cut Flowers
- ASPCA: Flamingo Flower (Anthurium) toxicity
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