Anthurium Red

Name: Anthurium Red
Brand: MyGreenScape
SKU: PA0217S
Price: 18.0 CAD
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Rating: 4.5 (6 reviews)

Anthurium Red

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About This Plant

Anthurium Red, also called the Flamingo Flower, is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It grows compact, heart-shaped, glossy green leaves on short stems and produces bold, waxy red spathes with a central yellow spadix.

Each bloom lasts six to eight weeks and the plant reblooms reliably. Unlike most flowering plants that bloom briefly and stop, the Anthurium Red produces new spathes regularly throughout the year with the right care. More bright indirect light means more flowers.

Keep it away from pets and children. The ASPCA confirms Anthurium spp. is toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and spathes contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals that cause mouth pain, drooling, swelling, and vomiting if chewed. Keep it on a surface that pets and small children cannot reach.

Bright indirect light is the key to keeping it blooming. In lower light the plant stays healthy but stops flowering. Moving it closer to a bright east-facing window is the single most effective way to trigger new blooms. The Angel Wing Begonia is another reliable indoor bloomer for bright Canadian rooms if you want to compare.

Winter Slowdown

The Anthurium Red does not go dormant. Unlike foliage Anthuriums, it can continue to push new blooms through winter if it gets enough bright indirect light. The most common winter mistake is continuing to water on a summer schedule when the plant has slowed. Cut watering to every ten to fourteen days.

Toxicity

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA (Anthurium spp.). All parts of the plant contain raphides microscopic needle-shaped calcium oxalate crystals including the bright red spathe. The vivid colour of the spathe can attract curious pets, which makes placement especially important. Ingestion causes immediate intense burning and swelling of the mouth and throat, drooling, and vomiting.

Pests

Thrips are the most damaging pest for this plant because they scar the waxy spathe, leaving silver streaking that ruins the bloom before it fully opens. Check inside unfurling spathes carefully. Mealybugs hide in the leaf axils and at the base of the spadix. Spider mites appear on leaf undersides in very dry Canadian winter air.

Other Plants You Might Like

Not sure this is the right fit? Here are three other plants our Canadian customers love. All ship across Canada and thrive in Canadian homes.

Anthurium Jenmanii Gold. Same family, foliage only.

For the Anthurium family in a bold, structural foliage plant without flowers, the Anthurium Jenmanii Gold has large golden-to-green paddle leaves and makes a strong statement on a plant stand.

Angel Wing Begonia. Spotted and blooming.

For another reliable indoor bloomer with a very different look, the Angel Wing Begonia has silver-spotted leaves and produces clusters of hanging flowers in a bright Canadian room.

Peace Lily. Low-light bloomer.

For a flowering plant that handles lower light than the Anthurium Red, the Peace Lily produces white spathes and droop-tells you when it is thirsty, making it one of the easiest blooming plants to keep.

Common Questions

How do I get my Anthurium Red to rebloom?

Move it closer to a bright east-facing window. More bright indirect light is the single most reliable way to trigger new blooms. Also feed it with a balanced liquid fertilizer every four to six weeks from spring through summer. Blooms will pause in Canadian winters as light drops, then return in spring. Our light requirements guide helps you find the right placement.

How often should I water the Anthurium Red?

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. In spring and summer that is roughly once a week. In a Canadian winter, every ten to fourteen days. Never let it sit in standing water. Our indoor plant watering guide shows exactly how to check soil moisture before watering.

Is the Anthurium Red toxic to cats and dogs?

Yes. The ASPCA confirms Anthurium spp. is toxic to cats and dogs. The leaves and spathes contain insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which cause mouth pain, drooling, swelling, and vomiting if chewed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Why has my Anthurium stopped blooming?

Low light is the most common reason. Anthurium Red stops blooming when it does not get enough bright indirect light. Move it closer to an east-facing window. Also check that it is not root-bound, which can slow growth. Feed it every four to six weeks during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.

Will it survive a Canadian winter indoors?

Yes. The plant stays healthy in winter but flowering slows or stops when Canadian light levels drop. Keep it above 18°C, away from cold glass and heating vents. Keep the soil lightly moist and give it your brightest window. Flowering picks back up in March or April. Our tips on keeping plants alive in winter cover what to watch for.

How to Take Care of Anthurium Red

Good to Know

Sun: Indirect

Bright indirect light is essential for regular blooming. An east-facing window is ideal in a Canadian home. The more bright indirect light it receives, the more frequently it produces new spathes. Avoid direct afternoon sun which scorches the waxy spathes.

Light: Medium to bright indirect

A spot near an east-facing window works well year-round. Blooming is closely tied to light level. From October to February when Canadian daylight shortens, move it as close to the brightest window as possible to keep flowering going.

Water: When top inch of soil is dry

Water thoroughly until it drains, then wait until the top inch of soil feels dry. In a Canadian winter, every ten to fourteen days. Never leave it sitting in water. Root rot is the most common cause of decline in this plant.

Humidity: Moderate to high

Prefers humidity above 50 percent. The dry forced-air heating in Ontario and Quebec homes in winter can cause brown leaf edges. A pebble tray or humidifier nearby helps, especially from November to March.

Pet Friendly: No

Toxic to cats and dogs, confirmed by the ASPCA. Contains insoluble calcium oxalate crystals. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

Pro Tip

Anthurium Red reblooms most reliably when it gets a balanced liquid fertilizer every four to six weeks from March through September. Dilute it to half strength and apply after watering, not to dry soil. This combined with a bright east-facing window in a Canadian home gives the best results for consistent, long-lasting blooms.

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Plant and Pot Size Guide

4" Pot (Small): plant is approx. 6-10 inches tall. 6" Pot (Medium): approx. 12-18 inches tall. All plants come in a standard nursery pot. Decorative pots are sold separately.

Winter Shipping Protection

Between November and March we add extra insulated packaging and heat packs to protect your plant from cold temperatures during transit. You can add winter shipping protection at checkout.

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If a plant arrives with significant damage, pests, or disease, we offer a full replacement or refund.Our guarantee covers the viability and health of your plant for 30 days.

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