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There are more than 1000 varieties and species of Anthurium plants. The anthurium genus belongs to the Araceae family of flowering plants. Araceae stands for Aroid plants. One of the best-known Anthuriums is the Flamingo flower laceleaf, tailflower, and tail Anthurium. Anthurium plants are often epiphytes. They grow on other objects and plants. Anthuriums produce …

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In this article, I’ll discuss the Anthurium’s meaning and symbolism. With its heart-shaped leaves and flowers, Anthurium andraeanum is a tropical plant like no other. It belongs to the arum family. It is also called Flamingo Flower, Painter’s Palette, Tail flower, and Laceleaf. Painted Tongue, Boy flower, and Flamingo lily. Its heart-shaped flower features a …

Read More about Anthurium Meaning And Symbolism — The Anthurium Flower