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 ...

Alvin Tsuruda stands among the anthuriums he grows at his Waimanalo nursery Waihale Products. “Well, I’m growing them, maybe not as well as the Big Island,” he said. “But I manage!” His penchant for ...

Nothing says “tropical paradise” like anthurium. Also known as flamingo flower, its blooms — generally red, pink or white — include a spadix (a spike) and a spathe (a colorful modified leaf or bract).

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 ...

Tropical plant lovers are some of the most determined people on the planet, willing to undergo much trial and error as they nurture exotic blooms in everyday ...

A popular home garden plant, the anthurium’s foliage varieties have attractive leaves while Anthurium andreanum is grown for the flower. While red and orange anthuriums are sought after, the white is ...

Anthuriums with their vibrantly shimmering, plastic-like, heart-shaped blooms are perfect for Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is a favorite day for giving the usual roses, cut flowers, or chocolates.

Have you ever stopped to admire the beautiful houseplant on the round table in the lobby of the downtown Fort Smith Public Library (except during these winter months)? It is always in bloom and its ...

Q: About three months ago I had to put down my dog of 12 1/2 years. My vet sent me an anthurium. It is beautiful and one of my favorite plants. However, I seem to be losing it. I have read how to care ...