Due to this, anthurium is a symbol of hospitality because of the warmth and character it adds to any space, making it desirable and welcoming.

Another common name like the Flamingo Flower inspired by its unique appearance and distinctive colors, from pink, red, or orange flowers that resemble the colors of a flamingo beak.Īnthuriums are an exotic beauty, which can easily thrive anywhere from the office to your home, with little care needed. The naming strategy was based on the unique structures of the plant, with its spathe and spadix formation, creating a flower and tail at the same time. The origin of name anthurium was derived from the Greek word 'anthos' meaning flower and 'oura' (tail). Anthuriums are not finicky, either grown commercially or just for aesthetic appeal, it is easy to grow and care for anthuriums as elaborated below. Flamingo flower is ideal for both the cut flower market and as a potted houseplant to elevate the look and character of your home or office space. The perfect combination of spathe and spadix makes this houseplant elegant and highly attractive.Ĭurrently, Lily anthuriums are commercially planted in tropical regions, namely the Netherlands and South American countries. Lily anthurium is well known for its unique heart-shaped spathe and the spadix protruding from the spathe. First discovered by explorative European botanists in the late 19th century and commercialized into the horticultural world in the early 20th century. Lily Anthurium also known as the Flamingo flower, Laceleaf is a tropical plant native to South and Central America.

Flamingo plant care