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Anthurium crystallinum
evergreen aroid; epiphytic perennial
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: evergreen aroid; epiphytic perennial
- Height × spread: 18 to 24 in (45 to 60 cm) × 18 to 24 in (45 to 60 cm)
- Bloom window: intermittent under glass; not grown for flowers
- Color & flower form: narrow green spathe with yellow spadix; red berries after pollination
- Fragrance: 0 none
- USDA hardiness: 11 to 12; indoors elsewhere
- Breeder / Year / Origin: unknown
- Awards/registration: RHS Award of Garden Merit
- Pet safety: avoid
How it differs
- Broader, often larger leaves than A. clarinervium
- Reflective silver venation that shows across a room
- Adaptable to warm, bright indoor spots with humidity
Strengths
- RHS-recognized garden value under glass
- Showy foliage on plants that fit indoor containers
- Responds well to steady humidity and gentle feeding
Care in one minute
Site: bright, indirect light; avoid midday sun.
Soil: coarse, airy aroid mix; pH 6.0 to 6.5; free drainage.
Water: keep evenly moist; let the surface dry slightly between waterings.
Feeding: light monthly feeding during active growth.
Overwintering: maintain 65 to 80°F (18 to 27°C) with humidity 50% or higher.
Watch‑outs
- Leaf scorch in direct sun
- Edges brown in dry rooms
- Root disease risk in compact or saturated media
Best uses (tags)
Provenance note
Native from Panama to Colombia. Awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit for performance under glass.
References
- Royal Horticultural Society: Anthurium crystallinum
- NC State Extension: Anthurium (genus) profile
- ASPCA: Flamingo Flower (Anthurium) toxicity
