anthurium andreanum description Anthurium andraeanum x 'Black Love'

anthurium andreanum description Anthurium andraeanum x 'Black Love'This hybrid produces striking, almost black spathes and dark green, heart shaped leaves which is why it is named 'Black Love'. Anthurium andraeanum are commonly called Flamingo Flowers for their glossy, waxy, brightly coloured, long lasting spathes that look unreal. Spathes start out deep red before deepening to dark burgundy. Spade shaped, colourful spathes are actually leaves whereas the actual flower is the central spike or spadix. Growth pattern:

This hybrid produces striking, almost black spathes and dark green, heart shaped leaves which is why it is named 'Black Love'.

• Anthurium andraeanum are commonly called Flamingo Flowers for their glossy, waxy, brightly coloured, long lasting spathes that look unreal.
• Spathes start out deep red before deepening to dark burgundy.
• Spade-shaped, colourful spathes are actually leaves whereas the actual flower is the central spike or spadix.

Growth pattern: Self-heading, bushy & compact

Water: When the top 4-5cm of soil becomes dry.

Ideal Position: East facing

Light: Bright, indirect light.

Humidity disclaimer: This plant will grow well outside of a terrarium or cabinet. However, all tropical plants thrive with higher humidity levels. To achieve this we suggest grouping plants together, or putting them in a bathroom or kitchen which gets regular use.