Long-lasting exotic blooms for your home

Anthurium (Flamingo Flower) Mastery

15 min

Year-round

Difficulty: Medium

Growth Snapshot

Core care pillars at a glance

Toxic to pets and people

Anthurium (Flamingo Flower) can cause irritation or illness if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Irritant: Calcium oxalate crystals
Severity: mild
Symptoms: If ingested, chewing and biting this plant will release toxins and cause symptoms that include drooling, oral pain, mouth, lip, and tongue swelling, difficulty swallowing, decreased appetite, and vomiting.

The Full Picture

Anthuriums are loved for their 'waxy' heart-shaped flowers (spathes) that can last for weeks. They are tropical plants that love humidity. In Lucknow, the biggest challenge is the dry winter. They are semi-epiphytic, meaning their roots love air as much as they love water.