As an ornamental plant on the windowsill, the anthurium is an evergreen and can be found in many apartments. But the flamingo flower can do much more, because it is one of the most durable vase flowers and fits perfectly into unusual bouquets and arrangements.

The Anthurium will keep in the vase for several weeks

Fashionable unique appearance

The flower of this arum family impresses with its striking shape: the cheeky spadix protrudes from the intensely colored bract. Depending on the variety, the bract can be bright white, deep red, pink, violet or orange. Species with green bracts are also beautiful, a form of appearance that looks very natural and exciting at the same time.

Anthuriums last a long time in a vase

The attractive flowers can be kept in the vase for up to three weeks, provided you follow these care instructions:

  • Using a very sharp knife, cut the stem at an angle. This allows the flamingo flower to absorb the water well.
  • Change the water regularly, it must not start to rot. Especially in summer it may be necessary to wash out the vase every day and fill it with fresh water.
  • Do not place the bouquet near heat sources. You should also avoid direct sunlight.

The Anthurium puts out roots in the vase

Anthuriums can be propagated by cuttings, but this is only possible with shoots that have small knots. Only from these grow, the leaf stands in water for a long time, roots. Maybe you're lucky and in your bouquet there is a flower style that is starting to sprout. If the bouquet has faded, you can continue rooting it in a glass of water.

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The anthurium is a symbol of exotic beauty, but also stands for characteristics such as masculinity, strength and dominance. A bouquet of flowers in which flamingo flowers are tastefully combined with other flowers is therefore also a very good flower gift for men.

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Indoor plants