Did you gift or were you gifted an Anthurium andraeanum, also known as flamingo lily or painter's palette for Valentine's Day? We have you covered with this handy care slideshow!
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Tolerates
Drought, being root bound.
Light
Medium - bright indirect sun. Too much direct sun will burn the leaves & flowers. Proper light is necessary to encourage blooms. Lower light = less flowers, leggier stems, & slower growth. Reduce light during winter dormancy.
Water
Water thoroughly when at least 50% dry. Flamingo flower like to dry a bit between watering & are quite drought tolerant. So, when in doubt, do not water. Water by bottom soaking. Overwatering = yellow leaves. Underwatering = brown leaves, dried aerial roots, less likely to flower.
Soil & Potting
Peat based with aeration. Drainage is vital. Prefers to be rootbound. Flamingo flower have aerial roots on top of the soil (looks like an orchid) so those are not a good indication of when to repot. Instead, repot every few years when roots have consumed all of the soil. (Aerial roots that dry out indicate underwatering, a need to repot, or a need for increased humidity.)
Humidity
Medium - high. Average household is fine but higher humidity promotes blooms.
Temperature
Keep warm around 70° – 85° & 10° cooler at night & during dormancy. Keep from heat vents & cold drafts.
Blooms/Dormancy
Blooms last about 3 months. To promote spring blooms, provide a 6 - 8 week period of winter dormancy. Dormancy needs = less light, lower temps, & drier soil. With proper care (incl. high humidity), your plant should bloom at least annually but may bloom throughout the year!