Flamingo Flower Plant
Flamingo Flower (Anthurium andraeanum) is a tropical plant growing 1-2 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 10-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring indirect light and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Tropical
Height
0.5-1 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy
Shade
Indirect light
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Tropical America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Water regularly; prefers moist soil
Plant Weight
0.5-1 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 - 0.6
Yield Per Plant
10–12 flowers per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for indoor decoration; air-purifying properties.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Aphids
Symptoms
Dead patches, wilting, brown spots, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Prune infected leaves, use neem oil, improve soil health
In-Organic Remedies
Systemic fungicides, insecticides, copper-based treatments
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Helps purify indoor air, reducing airborne toxins like formaldehyde.
- Can improve mental well-being by creating a soothing environment.