What are the characteristics of Anthurium? A comprehensive guide

Other names for Anthurium

Flamingo flower, Anthurium andraeanum, fire crane flower, red crane taro, red goose palm.

Habits of Anthurium

Wild Anthurium often grows epiphytically on trees, sometimes on rocks or directly on the ground. It likes warm, humid, and semi-shaded environments, and avoids direct sunlight.

Anthurium grows best in a warm, humid environment with good drainage, and is afraid of drought and strong sunlight exposure. The most suitable temperature for growth is26~32°C, and the most suitable temperature at night is21~32°C. It can withstand a maximum high temperature of35°C and can tolerate a low temperature of14°C.

The growth of Anthurium requires appropriate sunlight, but avoids direct sunlight. It grows best in an environment with air humidity of70%~80%.

Foliage varieties of Anthurium need semi-shade or shade, and the temperature should be higher. Generally, the minimum temperature should not be lower than16°C. In winter, maintain a room temperature of20-22°C and keep the air humidity high.

Anthurium flower language

Great prospects, passion, hot blood.