Anthurium

Product Info

The Anthurium is one of the longest-blooming houseplants you can grow, making it a favorite for anyone who wants year-round color indoors. Its glossy, heart-shaped flowers (called spathes) and rich green foliage bring a modern tropical look to homes, offices, entryways, and desktops. Available in shades of red, pink, white, and other vibrant colors, Anthuriums add an elegant touch to almost any décor.

Unlike many flowering plants that bloom for only a few weeks, a single Anthurium bloom can last for two to three months, providing exceptional color with minimal maintenance. Combined with its attractive foliage, it's easy to see why Anthuriums have become one of the world's most popular tropical houseplants.

Native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, Anthuriums naturally grow beneath the forest canopy, often attaching themselves to trees or growing among rocks where humidity is high and sunlight is filtered. Their natural habitat makes them well suited for bright, indirect light and warm indoor environments.

One little-known fact about Anthuriums is that the colorful "flower" isn't actually the flower at all. The brightly colored heart-shaped portion is called a spathe, which surrounds the true flowers growing along the upright spike in the center, known as the spadix. Each tiny bloom on the spadix opens individually, allowing the colorful display to last much longer than most flowering plants.

Because of their heart-shaped blooms and lasting beauty, Anthuriums have become popular gifts for housewarmings, anniversaries, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, and celebrations of new beginnings.

Plant Care Instructions and Recommendations

• Light: Bright indirect light. Avoid harsh direct afternoon sun.
• Water: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil become dry. Keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy.
• Growth Habit: Compact, upright tropical flowering plant.