Anthurium
Anthurium — The Colourful Reception Bloomer
Light
Medium to bright — needs good light to bloom; rarely flowers in low light. Foliage-only varieties tolerate lower light than flowering types.
Water
Water when the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Humidity
Prefers moderate to high humidity. Leaf edges brown in dry winter heating.
Temperature
18–27°C (65–80°F). Keep away from cold drafts and heating vents.
Difficulty
Moderate
Sizes
Tabletop (under 1 ft) · Mid-floor (around 1.5 ft) · Floor specimen (2 ft+)
Flamingo flower is grown for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and long-lasting waxy spathes in red, pink, white, or coral, each bloom holding its colour for six to eight weeks in good conditions. Some varieties, like Anthurium crystallinum, are grown instead for velvety, silver-veined foliage rather than flowers.
In the Office
It needs good light to bloom and rarely flowers in low light, though foliage-only varieties tolerate dimmer spots better than flowering types. If a plant stops blooming, that's usually a sign it needs more light rather than a sign it needs replacing. Flowering typically slows through the winter months when light and humidity both drop.
Why Choose This Plant
Benefits for Your Office
- Long-lasting blooms — spathes hold their colour for 6-8 weeks before fading
- Comes in red, pink, white, and coral, so colour can be matched to a brand or space
- Foliage-only varieties like Anthurium crystallinum offer a striking look even without flowers
- Compact clumping habit suits desks and shelving without taking up much space
Where to Place It
Office Placement Ideas
- 1
Reception areas — white or pink varieties read as clean and elegant for spaces visitors see first
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Desks and shelving near natural light — good light is essential for it to actually bloom
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Anywhere a splash of colour is wanted without floor space to spare — its compact size works on tabletops
How to Care for It
Care Tips for Office Environments
- Cut spent flower stalks at the base once blooms fade, to encourage new ones
- Pull off yellowing lower leaves cleanly at the base rather than leaving them
- Check the leaf axils and stems for mealybugs at every maintenance visit
- If blooming stops, try relocating it to more light before assuming something's wrong
Want Anthurium in your office?
Our team will recommend the right variety and size for your space, deliver and install it, and keep it thriving with ongoing care.