Year-Round Purple Blooms
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
Average Watering Needs
Mature Height 13-18 Inches

The glossy, tropical-looking leaves of the purple anthurium (Anthurium andraeanum) provide consistent interest, but the blooms of this plant are the real showstoppers. Waxy, palette-shaped purple spathes grow around the actual flower spike The long-lasting blooms last up to three months and are often followed by a similarly long stretch of just vegetative growth before repeating the bloom, although ideal conditions increase bloom frequency. Purple anthurium, known scientifically as Anthurium andreanum goes by several names including flamingo lily or flower, purple plum anthurium, painted anthurium, painter’s palette, tailflower and laceleaf.

Best Locations For Growing Purple Anthurium

The purple anthurium makes a striking addition to any area of the home that is sufficiently warm and well-lit, with as much humidity as possible. A position near an east-facing window that provides early morning light for a few hours is one excellent option. Anthuriums are toxic, so use them carefully or keep them far out of reach of children and pets.

Purple Anthurium Sunlight Requirements

Bright indirect light is best for the purple anthurium. Without sufficient light, the purple anthurium will typically survive but not bloom and will grow slowly. Too much light causes leaf burn and pale foliage.

Purple Anthurium Plant Care

Prune off damaged or dying leaves as they appear and snip off spent flowers. Repot the purple anthurium every two to three years into a slightly larger pot. Use a well-drained, fertile potting soil with ample organic matter.

Watering Purple Anthurium

Keep the purple anthurium soil moist but not wet. Water the plant deeply whenever the top two inches of the soil feel dry to the touch. The purple anthurium is a tropical selection that enjoys high levels of humidity, so regular misting during dry conditions encourages a healthy plant.

Feeding Purple Anthurium

When the purple anthurium is actively growing, use a liquid fertilizer intended for flowering houseplants once per month, diluted according to manufacturer instructions.

Purple Anthurium Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light

Care Requirements: Easy

Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: No

Kid Friendly: No

Air Purifier: Moderate

Habit: Upright

Growth Rate: Slow

Mature Height: 13-18 inches

Mature Spread: 10-12 inches

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): Purple

Flower Shade/Description: Purple

Fragrant: No

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description: Green

Temperature: 65° - 85°F (18° - 29°C)

Humidity: High - Humidity

Common Name: Purple Anthurium

Other Name(s): Painted Anthurium, Flamingo Flower, Tailflower, Painter's Palette, Laceleaf

Scientific Name: Anthurium andraeanum

Plant Type: House Plant

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Purple Anthurium