Anthurium is best suited to warm and bold people, and eight out of ten people cannot even say its real name

Hu Pian:

For those with deep knowledge of flower arranging, the choice of flowers is always carefully considered. Sothe Greek name "Anthurium", which translates as "flower with a tail," the flamingo flower is the newly discovered favourite. The flamingo flower's colours are bright and eye-catching, and it is often seen at parties in the West. Many people with"passionate, bold"personalities like to keep one or two pots at home. In fact, the flamingo flower, originally native toSouth America, has long been treated as an ornamental plant. Many people grow some at home. But one thing everyone should be clear about is that the flamingo flower is slightly toxic.

Toxicity of the flamingo flower:

The flamingo flower is somewhat toxic, and scientists have done detailed research on it. If accidentally put in the mouth, it causes a burning, painful sensation. Afterwards there will be swelling and blistering, and the voice gradually becomes hoarse.

How to neutralize the toxin:

If the above situation occurs, do not panic. As time passes, the symptoms clearly ease. To relieve symptoms, you can choose cool liquids, painkiller pills, or licorice-type and flaxseed foods, which can help ease them. So if you grow it at home, be very careful not to let children touch it.

Uses of the flamingo flower:

1. Beautifying the environment

Because the flamingo flower has ornamental value and its colours are very brilliant, it is very helpful for improving the home environment. However, there are many flower colours, including red, pink, white and many other colours, so pair them well.

2. Purifying the air

The flamingo flower can remove substances such as benzene and trichloroethylene from the air, making the surrounding air fresh.

3. Feng shui and fortune

According to the shape and colour of the flamingo flower, it foretells prosperity and success, with leaves like a palm and a yellow tail in the palm. It represents money in hand. When growing it at home, place it in the southwest direction of the living room or bedroom.

Differences between the flamingo flower and anthurium:

The spathe and spadix of anthurium and the flamingo flower are different, and this is the most direct and most obvious difference. To distinguish them you can also look at the spadix: the upper part of the flamingo flower's spadix is yellow and the lower part is white. The bract is upright and spreading and pink. The anthurium's spadix is entirely yellow, and the bract is glossy and scarlet or orange-red. The leaves of the flamingo flower are slightly shorter than those of the anthurium, but the latter is wider than the former.