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Anthurium andraeanum

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Anthurium andraeanum is a flowering plant species in the family Araceae that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

FamilyAraceae
GenusAnthurium
NativeNorth America
LifespanPerennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Anthurium andraeanum.

Historical Background

Anthurium andraeanum is a flowering plant species in the family Araceae that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

    Cultural Significance

    Timeline: Journey Through Time

    Anthurium has cultural context that is still being expanded.