What varieties of Anthurium does Verdeia offer and what are their differences?

The Verdeia collection offers several varieties: Red (iconic lacquered red spathe, the most floriferous), Success Red (large size H43 cm), White (pure white, minimalist elegance), Sweet Dream (pale pastel pink, ideal gift), Black Love (burgundy so deep it looks black, collector’s effect), Calon (generous compact hybrid), Jungle Bush (natural bushy habit), Clarinervium and Crystallinum (velvety foliage with white veins, collector plants).

What is the difference between a flowering Anthurium and a foliage Anthurium?

The flowering Anthuriums (Red, White, Sweet Dream, Black Love) are grown for their waxy colored spathes that last several weeks. The foliage Anthuriums (Clarinervium, Crystallinum) are not grown for their flowers but for their exceptional foliage: large matte dark green heart-shaped leaves with raised white veins, with a crystalline sheen under the light.

What exposure is suitable for an indoor Anthurium?

The Anthurium likes bright indirect light and warmth (18-25 °C). Avoid direct sun that burns the spathes and leaves. An east- or west-facing window, or a spot 1-2 meters from a filtered south-facing bay window, suits it perfectly. The foliage varieties (Clarinervium, Crystallinum) tolerate slightly lower light.

How to water an Anthurium without risking root rot?

Water when the substrate is dry on the surface — on average once a week. Avoid stagnant water in the saucer which causes root rot. The finger test method is the most reliable to adjust watering frequency to the season: insert your finger 2-3 cm deep, water only if the substrate is dry.

How to make an Anthurium bloom again and how often does it flower?

Under good conditions, the flowering Anthurium produces a new flower every 6 to 8 weeks, each lasting 4 to 6 weeks before wilting. To stimulate flowering, maintain high ambient humidity, bright indirect light, and a stable temperature. A liquid fertilizer rich in phosphorus every 15 days in spring-summer promotes the production of new spathes.

Is the Anthurium toxic to pets and children?

Yes, the Anthurium contains toxic calcium oxalates if ingested by animals (cats, dogs) or young children. It is recommended to place it out of their reach. Consult our toxic plants guide for all precautions to take in a family environment.

How to increase humidity for an Anthurium in an apartment?

Regular misting of the foliage or a tray of moist clay beads placed under the pot increases ambient humidity without soaking the roots. Leafy varieties (Clarinervium, Crystallinum) are more demanding in humidity than flowering varieties and particularly benefit from a humidifier nearby.

Where to place an Anthurium in the house and with which pots?

The Red on a living room piece of furniture brings a permanent bright glow. The White on a bedside table creates a soothing atmosphere. The Black Love on a desk is a conversation piece. The Clarinervium solo on an entry console draws attention with the complexity of its foliage. Anthurium pair especially well with Spathiphyllum (same Araceae family) in coordinated matte ceramic pots.

Anthurium — the flamingo with long-lasting flowers

Q: What is an Anthurium and where does it come from?

The Anthurium is a tropical plant native to the forests of Central and South America. It is the indoor plant that blooms the longest: its waxy, colorful spathes last for several weeks and renew throughout the year without a resting period. It comes in a flowering version (flamingo pink) and a foliage version (Clarinervium, Crystallinum).

The Anthurium is the indoor plant that blooms the longest — its waxy, colorful spathes last for several weeks and renew throughout the year without a resting period. Native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, it comes in a flowering version (flamingo flower) and a foliage version (Clarinervium, Crystallinum), two facets of the same spectacular genus.

The Anthurium is the indoor plant that flowers the longest — its waxy, colorful spathes last for several weeks and keep coming throughout the year without a resting period. Native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, it comes in a flowering version (flamingo flower) and a foliage version (Clarinervium, Crystallinum), two facets of the same spectacular genus.

Anthurium Red: the flamboyant classic

Anthurium Red (flamingo flower) is the most iconic — its glossy red heart-shaped spathe with a yellow spadix is recognizable from a mile away. It is the most vigorous and free-flowering variety: under good conditions, it produces a new flower every 6 to 8 weeks, each lasting 4 to 6 weeks before fading. The Anthurium Success Red (H43 cm, Pot Ø14) is the large size, with wider spathes and a more imposing stature.

Anthurium White and Sweet Dream: soft elegance

Anthurium White offers the same heart shape but in pure white — an understated elegance that suits bright, minimalist interiors. The Anthurium Sweet Dream (pale pink) is the most delicate, with almost pastel pink spathes. These two varieties are the most requested as ready-to-gift plants: understated and refined, they suit all tastes and occasions.

Anthurium Black Love: dark and velvety

Anthurium Black Love is the most unusual variety — its spathes are a burgundy so deep they appear black in certain lights. It is the collector’s piece of the collection, the one that surprises and fascinates. Paired with a matte black or gray ceramic pot, it becomes a decorative object in its own right. Its dramatic character makes it the most striking gift for someone who loves unusual plants.

Anthurium Calon and Jungle Bush: modern hybrids

Anthurium Calon is a compact hybrid with generous spathes and dense foliage. Anthurium Jungle Bush stands out with a bushier habit and abundant dark green foliage among which the spathes emerge — a wilder, more natural look than the classic varieties. These two modern hybrids are selected for their abundant flowering and indoor resilience.

Anthurium Clarinervium and Crystallinum: collector foliage

Anthurium clarinervium (velvet heart) and Anthurium crystallinum are not grown for their flowers but for their exceptional foliage. The Clarinervium has large heart-shaped, matte dark green leaves with raised white veins — a natural pattern of fascinating precision. The Crystallinum adds a crystalline sheen that shines under light. These are collector plants prized by enthusiasts — the unusual and rare plants collection includes these species with extraordinary foliage.

Caring for Anthuriums

Anthuriums are tropical plants that like warmth (18-25°C), ambient humidity, and bright indirect light. Water when the surface of the soil is dry — on average once a week. Avoid standing water in the saucer and direct sun, which burns the spathes. Regular misting of the foliage or a tray of damp clay pebbles encourages flowering. The foliage varieties (Clarinervium, Crystallinum) need more humidity than the flowering varieties. The finger test method remains the most reliable way to adjust watering frequency according to the season.

Anthurium in decor

Anthurium is one of the few indoor plants that bring color all year round without depending on a flowering season. The Red on a living room sideboard adds a vivid pop of color. The White on a bedside table creates a calming atmosphere. The Black Love on a desk is a conversation piece. The Clarinervium on its own on an entryway console draws the eye with its intricate foliage. Anthuriums pair especially well with Spathiphyllum (from the same Araceae family): white and red side by side create a classic, elegant contrast. The plant guide by room helps you choose the most suitable variety for the light in each space.