Zones H2
Full, Partial
Moderate
Anthurium
Araceae
Annuals, Perennials
Native to tropical American rain forests, these exotic-looking plants are prized for their large, often glossy leaves and distinctive “flowers” (a large, flattish bract surrounding a slender, fleshy spike). Among the species listed here, all but A. hookeri are usually grown as potted plants, even in tropical climates. Anthuriums, sometimes called flamingo flowers, make unusual houseplants in cooler climates.
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