🌺 Anthurium (Anthurium andraeanum)
Also known as: Flamingo Flower • Laceleaf • Painter’s Palette
🪴 Plant Snapshot
| Attribute | Details |
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| Type | Tropical Flowering Foliage Plant |
| Category | Indoor • Gift Plant • Office Desk • Balcony Garden |
| Botanical Name | Anthurium andraeanum |
| Toxicity | ⚠️ Mildly toxic if ingested – Keep away from pets and children |
☀️ Growing Conditions
| Light | 🌤️ Bright Indirect Light – Avoid harsh direct sunlight |
|---|---|
| Watering | 💧 Moderate – Water when topsoil is dry; avoid soggy soil |
| Humidity | Prefers high humidity – mist regularly or use a humidity tray |
| Soil | Well-draining mix with cocopeat, perlite, and organic compost |
| Fertilizer | Balanced liquid fertilizer once every 2–4 weeks during growing season |
🌱 Growth & Features
| Growth Habit | Upright growth with glossy, heart-shaped leaves and waxy colored spathes |
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| Mature Height | 1–2 feet tall indoors |
| Flowering Season | Year-round blooming in warm, humid environments |
✨ Uses & Benefits
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💐 Striking ornamental plant – perfect as a table centerpiece or décor highlight
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🧧 Symbolizes hospitality, abundance, and good luck
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🌬️ Helps purify indoor air and adds tropical flair
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🎁 Popular as a gift plant for housewarmings and celebrations
💡 Fun Tip
To encourage vibrant blooms, keep in warm, humid spots (like bathrooms or near kitchen windows) and rotate the plant every few weeks. 🌿💦
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