Anthurium

Also called flamingo flowers for their unique tropical shape and bright red, green, and white colors, they can constantly bloom for long periods making them delightful indoor plants year-round. The blooming varieties are distinctive for their colorful, heart-shaped waxy spathes and red or yellow tail-like flower spikes. Other varieties feature large-leaved, deeply veined foliage. The inflorescence, commonly called the flower, consists of a colorful shiny leathery spathe surrounding or subtending a central rod-like spadix.

Caring

Caring for anthurium flowers is crucial to maintain their beauty and longevity. Here are some tips to help you care for your harvested anthurium flowers:

• Immediately after cutting, place the stems in water to prevent wilting. Use a clean vase and fill it with room temperature water.
• Trim the stems at an angle every few days to ensure they can absorb water effectively.
• Remove any leaves that would be submerged in the water to prevent rot.
• Change the water in the vase every 2-3 days to keep it fresh and clear of bacteria that could shorten the lifespan of your flowers.
• Keep the harvested flowers in a cool location out of direct sunlight and away from drafts or heat sources. A temperature between 18-27°C is ideal.
• If the air is dry, especially in air-conditioned rooms, mist the flowers lightly with water. This will help them last longer.

By following these steps, your anthurium flowers can remain vibrant and fresh for as long as possible.