Anthurium, Laceleaf

Anthurium andraeanum

Anthurium is a tropical epiphytic perennial with drooping heart shaped foliage on long stems commonly used as a gift or house plant.  The flower stalks sport incredibly long lasting flowers with a pronounced spadix enclosed by a large, flat waxy spathe.  The plant may bloom year round in optimal conditions.  Grows best with bright indirect sun and consistently moist well-drained soils.

The color selections offered are red or pink.  The color will be random unless specified in the Cart Note at checkout.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Common pests for houseplants include mites, scale, leaf spots, and mealybugs.  Plant may scorch if soil dries in a drafty area.  Root rot, leaf spot, and blight may occur.  

HOLIDAY CONTAINER CARE: Place containers in a moderately lit room.  Because the decorative containers do not have drainage holes, only a light watering once a week when the top soil is dry is necessary.  If mounted instead of planted in soil, mist the plant more often.  If you think you have overwatered, tilt the container into the sink to drain any excess water.  Containers will last 6-8 weeks with proper care. 

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Houseplant, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Bromeliad, Poinsettia, Amaryllis

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown