Characterized by their bright tropical appearance , anthurium can be as diverse as they are beautiful.

With their low maintenance care schedule and blooms that last for months, anthurium are a great choice for novice plant owners.

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Though it looks like a waxy bloom, it is actually a spathe, or shield-like leaf. Its function is to protect the spadix, which contains several tiny flowers when in bloom.

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The Name Anthurium is Greek, Meaning "Tail Flower"

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Due to their open, heart-shape and long-lasting characteristics they are popular as hostess or hospitality gifts.

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Characterized by their bright tropical appearance , anthurium can be as diverse as they are beautiful.

Anthurium Plant Has More Than 1000 Species

With their low maintenance care schedule and blooms that last for months, anthurium are a great choice for novice plant owners.

They Can Re-Bloom All Year

Though it looks like a waxy bloom, it is actually a spathe, or shield-like leaf. Its function is to protect the spadix, which contains several tiny flowers when in bloom.

The Colorful Heart-Shape is Not A Flower

The Name Anthurium is Greek, Meaning "Tail Flower"

It is also commonly known as the Flamingo Flower, Hawaiian Heart, Painted Tongue and Painters Palette because of the unique shape and spadix.

Due to their open, heart-shape and long-lasting characteristics they are popular as hostess or hospitality gifts.

Anthuriums Symbolize Hospitality