Anthurium spp - Oddly named ‘Flamingo Flower’.

The Plant: Anthuriums - Flamingo Flowers, because of the flower colour - have few dark-green heart-shaped leaves, and a similarly heart-shaped pink/red flower bract, with paler, (even cream), appendage! (Spadix). Anthuriums grow predominantly in wet forest conditions - well shaded.

Its needs: Shade or gloom. Well-draining but rich potting compost. Enjoys warmth and humidity - Just like home.

Care: Water sparingly, and feed only twice per year. Mist-spray to maintain humidity. Avoid cold. Cut back straggly leaf-stems. Watch for red spider, mealy bug, scale pest.

Good for: Brightening a dark corner. Larger species popular for flower-arranging.