Glossy heart-shaped leaves and waxy, long-lasting spathes in vivid red, pink or white. A cheerful flowering houseplant that blooms much of the year in bright light.
At a glance
- Plant type: Indoor plant
- Mature size: 50 cm tall
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Flamingo Flower
Anthurium andraeanum is a moderate-growing indoor plant in the Araceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Flamingo Flower
Flamingo Flower suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit Flamingo Flower provided drainage is reasonable. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Flamingo Flower does best with regular, moderate watering. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Flamingo Flower in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Flamingo Flower in the garden
Flamingo Flower earns its place for pots and courtyard containers and cut flowers for the vase. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and tropical climate as Flamingo Flower. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Flamingo Flower
Plant Sale lists Flamingo Flower as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
