Description
Anthurium scherzerianum, the flamingo flower or pigtail plant, is a species of Anthurium native to Costa Rica. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit as an ornamental houseplant, kept at 15 °C or higher. It is naturally an epiphyte, growing on trees in the rainforest. Native to Central and South America, there are roughly 1,000 different species of anthurium plants. They’re perennials, and although they can be grown outdoors in warmer climates, they’re one of the most compatible houseplants for indoor spaces, and are often seen in an indoor garden collection. Anthurium – They are also known as flamingo flowers or pigtail plants and are definitely toxic. … If they are eaten, you will experience a painful burning sensation in your mouth. You may develop blisters and swelling inside of your mouth. Keep your anthurium plant away from heat ducts, ventilator grills and drafts. Water & Humidity – This houseplant requires low to medium amounts of water. Let the soil dry out in between watering. If you live in a hot area, water about once every 2 to 3 days; if you live in a rainy area, then water as necessary. Anthuriums are picky about their environment, and issues like soggy soil or insufficient lighting can prevent them from blooming. Encourage your anthurium to bloom by providing lots of indirect sunlight, proper watering, high humidity, and weekly feeding with diluted phosphorus-rich fertilizer.
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