Anthurium
Flamingo Flower "aka" Cotton Candy
Araceae
Native to tropical America... this includes Hawaii and the Caribbean... it is most known for its floral spike (spadix) and the bract that shields it (spathe)... most have bright red, yellow or white flowers that are on a tall wiry stem... the leaves are a dark shiny green with distinct veins
Moisture - allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings... but keep the humidity high by providing a pebble tray or humidifier
Light - low to medium light
Temperature - average temps but it will tolerate high temps
Fertilize - 3 times during the summer with a 10-30-10 fertilizer
Pests - mites can be a problem if the humidity is low... sometimes aphids can be a problem
Repotting - repot when stems begin crowding the pot and it is hard to watter... use a mix of half standard potting mix and half epiphyte mix... good drainage is a must
Propagation - division, rooted side shoots, or by seed
Tips -keep this plant out of drafty areas and out of high traffic areas because the leaves and flowers are easily damaged... prune only as needed to remove old leaves