Anthuriums have waxy, colorful leaves called spathes that look like flowers. As tropical plants, anthuriums prefer high humidity and a stable watering schedule. Because anthuriums are almost always in ...

Valentine’s Day was a month ago, but I am giving you an early start for next Valentine’s with anthuriums — an attractive heart-shaped flower. Anthuriums are kind of a big word — four syllables — but ...

Welcome back to my garden! Have you ever seen flowering anthuriums and said, “Wow!” What a beauty! Well, I am here to tell you that you can plant and grow your own anthuriums by starting with one ...

In Greek, the name Anthurium means "tail flower," and refers to the long tail-like projection of the flower. The plant is native to Central and South America, where it is grown as a perennial ...

Most of the varieties grown today are derived from the species Anthurium ambianum. They are adaptable to relatively cool and low-light conditions. In temperate areas, these grow well as an indoor ...

Q–I have always been fascinated by the large anthuriums sold as cut flowers. Now small versions are being offered as potted house plants. Can they be grown in an apartment? A–Yes, about as readily as ...

The origin of the classic, symmetrical heart shape remains a mystery. Various theories exist including its similarity in shape to the seeds of silphium, a plant that was considered to be an ...