Anthurium (Flamingo Flower) 140mm

Anthurium has large, glossy deep green leaves. Some varieties may have variegated or darker leaves.

Even without flowers, it makes an attractive indoor plant. However, it is its 'flowers' that draw attention. These are not, in fact, true flowers! The large coloured leaf-like part is known as the spathe. The flowers themselves are very small and insignificant, and develop on the central yellow or cream 'spear' known as the spadix. 

Name: flamingo flower, Anthurium

Height: up to 60–90cm depending on type and where it is growing.

Foliage: large, glossy, deep green; often heart-shaped but variable.

Climate: sub-tropical to tropical; grown as indoor plant in cooler climates; frost intolerant.

Soil: well-drained, open mix with plenty of bark.

Position: good ambient light; avoid direct sun through glass; tolerates medium shade.

Flowering: lily-like spathe with colours from white-green to deep purple.

Feeding: use a long-term controlled-release fertiliser every six months.

Watering: water only when top 5cm of soil/mix is dry; do not allow pots to stand in saucers of water.