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Flamingo Flower Plant

Anthurium Scherzerianum

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Overview

Flamingo Flower (Anthurium scherzerianum), a vibrant evergreen perennial, thrives in USDA zones 11-12. It features glossy, heart-shaped leaves spanning up to 8 inches and a characteristic curled spadix enveloped by a waxy, bright red spathe. Preferring indirect light and high humidity, this striking plant reaches up to 1.5 feet in height. Ideal for tropical-themed designs or as an indoor accent, it requires regular, but cautious watering to avoid root rot.

Sun ShadeWater HighZones 10–11Climate Subtropical
Flamingo Flower Plant (Anthurium Scherzerianum) — heart-shaped leaves spanning up to 8 inches and a characteristic curled spadix enveloped by a waxy

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Araceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Photos (171)

Flamingo Flower Plant (Anthurium Scherzerianum) — shrub for shade; with its year-round blossoming, it provides a continuous pop of color and exotic, image 168
Flamingo Flower Plant (Anthurium Scherzerianum) — heart-shaped leaves spanning up to 8 inches and a characteristic curled spadix enveloped by a, image 170
Flamingo Flower Plant (Anthurium Scherzerianum) — reaching only about 12 to 18 inches in height; it requires a shaded area that receives bright, image 163

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