anthurium andraeanum definition Anthurium andraeanum 'Pure Purple' | Plants

anthurium andraeanum definition Anthurium andraeanum 'Pure Purple' | PlantsThis hybrid produces striking, bright purple flowers and green, heart shaped leaves which is why it is named 'Pure Purple'. Native to Colombia & Ecuador. Anthurium andraeanum are commonly called Flamingo Flowers for their glossy, waxy, brightly coloured, long lasting spathes that look unreal. Spathes are purple in colour Spade shaped, colourful spathes are actually leaves whereas the actual flower is the central spike or spadix. Growth pattern: Self

This hybrid produces striking, bright purple flowers and green, heart shaped leaves which is why it is named 'Pure Purple'. Native to Colombia & Ecuador.

• Anthurium andraeanum are commonly called Flamingo Flowers for their glossy, waxy, brightly coloured, long lasting spathes that look unreal.
• Spathes are purple in colour
• Spade-shaped, colourful spathes are actually leaves whereas the actual flower is the central spike or spadix.

Growth pattern: Self-heading, bushy & compact

Water: When the top 4-5cm of soil becomes dry.

Ideal Position: East facing

Light: Bright, indirect light.

Humidity disclaimer: This plant will grow well outside of a terrarium or cabinet. However, all tropical plants thrive with higher humidity levels. To achieve this we suggest grouping plants together, or putting them in a bathroom or kitchen which gets regular use.