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Laceleaf (Anthurium)
Also known as : Tailflower
Laceleaf comprise a genus of tropical flowering plants in the arum family. Many species are popular ornamentals grown as houseplants. They bear attractive blossoms with leathery, shiny, and colorful spathes surrounding the underside of a white or colorful, spike-like inflorescence. The pink varieties earned these species the nickname "Flamingo flower."
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Laceleaf
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Attributes of Laceleaf
Plant Height
50 cm
Spread
20 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Laceleaf
Distribution of Laceleaf
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Distribution Map of Laceleaf
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Laceleaf
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The laceleaf, popular for its vibrant flowers, requires moderate care. For Basic Care Needs, they thrive in well-drained peat-based soil, bright but indirect light, and high humidity. Water when the top 1 inch of soil dries out and maintain temperatures of 60–85°F. Common Challenges include pests like aphids and mealybugs, root rot due to overwatering, and leaves turning yellow from overexposure to sunlight. During winter, reduce watering and maintain warmth, while increasing light and keeping the environment humid during summer.
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8 most common species：
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower (Anthurium andraeanum) is an ornamental perennial plant, famous for its pink or bright red heart-shaped flowers with very prominent pistils. Aside from its decorative attributes, flamingo flower is said to have excellent air-purifying properties.
Pigtail anthurium
Pigtail anthurium (Anthurium scherzerianum) is a houseplant that will grow from 30 to 46 cm in height. It produces a showy red flower consisting of a reddish-orange spathe or leaf, and a pale orange spadix, which is coiled to look like a pig’s tail. This plant is toxic to dogs and cats, and its leaves can cause skin irritation. Grows best in partial shade to full shade.
Queen anthurium
Queen anthurium, or Anthurium warocqueanum, is a rare species of anthurium. It features long, dark green, velvety leaves. This epiphyte grows on other plants. It is native to Columbia, and in cooler areas is grown in greenhouses or as a houseplant.
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower is a less common species by its deep green, velvety leaves with prominent silver-white veins. This striking plant is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, where it thrives in the warm, humid environment. It is especially popular among houseplant enthusiasts due to its unique appearance.
Pearl anthurium
Also known as the pearl anthurium, this plant is native to tropical rainforests and is ideal for hanging baskets. Its glossy leaves and delicate flowers resemble pearls, hence its nickname. Though toxic to humans and pets, it has medicinal uses in traditional herbal medicines.
Anthurium wendlingeri
Anthurium wendlingeri is a striking tropical plant known for its long, pendulous spadix surrounded by a glossy, heart-shaped spathe that unfurls to display deep green, lanceolate leaves. Embodying the lush environment of its rainforest origins, anthurium wendlingeri flourishes under the canopy, utilizing the high humidity to sustain its charming, spiral inflorescence, which is a signature of the species.
Laceleaf 'Antinkeles'
The Laceleaf cultivar, laceleaf 'Antinkeles', is named for its downward sloping anticlined drip-tip flower leaves which are a stunning blend of predominantly pink, beige and lime green. This coloration is a distinct contrast to the single red color of the parent plants' flowers. This cultivar is also known as the 'Pink Champion'.
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride'
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride' is a captivating tropical plant known for its heart-shaped, glossy green leaves and striking spathe that resembles a soft-pink, fluttering heart, evoking the image of a blushing bride. The plant thrives in warm, humid conditions with diffused light, which enhances its vibrant, romantic bloom. It’s a popular choice for adding a touch of elegance to indoor spaces.
All Species of Laceleaf
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower (Anthurium andraeanum) is an ornamental perennial plant, famous for its pink or bright red heart-shaped flowers with very prominent pistils. Aside from its decorative attributes, flamingo flower is said to have excellent air-purifying properties.
Pigtail anthurium
Pigtail anthurium
Pigtail anthurium (Anthurium scherzerianum) is a houseplant that will grow from 30 to 46 cm in height. It produces a showy red flower consisting of a reddish-orange spathe or leaf, and a pale orange spadix, which is coiled to look like a pig’s tail. This plant is toxic to dogs and cats, and its leaves can cause skin irritation. Grows best in partial shade to full shade.
Queen anthurium
Queen anthurium
Queen anthurium, or Anthurium warocqueanum, is a rare species of anthurium. It features long, dark green, velvety leaves. This epiphyte grows on other plants. It is native to Columbia, and in cooler areas is grown in greenhouses or as a houseplant.
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower is a less common species by its deep green, velvety leaves with prominent silver-white veins. This striking plant is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, where it thrives in the warm, humid environment. It is especially popular among houseplant enthusiasts due to its unique appearance.
Pearl anthurium
Pearl anthurium
Also known as the pearl anthurium, this plant is native to tropical rainforests and is ideal for hanging baskets. Its glossy leaves and delicate flowers resemble pearls, hence its nickname. Though toxic to humans and pets, it has medicinal uses in traditional herbal medicines.
Anthurium wendlingeri
Anthurium wendlingeri
Anthurium wendlingeri is a striking tropical plant known for its long, pendulous spadix surrounded by a glossy, heart-shaped spathe that unfurls to display deep green, lanceolate leaves. Embodying the lush environment of its rainforest origins, anthurium wendlingeri flourishes under the canopy, utilizing the high humidity to sustain its charming, spiral inflorescence, which is a signature of the species.
Laceleaf 'Antinkeles'
Laceleaf 'Antinkeles'
The Laceleaf cultivar, laceleaf 'Antinkeles', is named for its downward sloping anticlined drip-tip flower leaves which are a stunning blend of predominantly pink, beige and lime green. This coloration is a distinct contrast to the single red color of the parent plants' flowers. This cultivar is also known as the 'Pink Champion'.
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride'
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride'
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride' is a captivating tropical plant known for its heart-shaped, glossy green leaves and striking spathe that resembles a soft-pink, fluttering heart, evoking the image of a blushing bride. The plant thrives in warm, humid conditions with diffused light, which enhances its vibrant, romantic bloom. It’s a popular choice for adding a touch of elegance to indoor spaces.
Laceleaf 'Coral Champion'
Laceleaf 'Coral Champion'
Laceleaf 'Coral Champion' is an Anthurium cultivar named after its striking and unique coral-red flowers. Also known as the flamingo plant, its bright flowers, which bloom for several weeks, spread from slender stalks reminiscent of the color and shape of a flamingo.
Birdnest anthurium
Birdnest anthurium
Birdnest anthurium is a tall-growing plant whose huge, upright, evergreen leaves make it a popular ornamental. It was introduced from Ecuador in the mid-20th century by American botanist C.H. Dodson. The leaves form a central hollow that offers a protected spot for birds to build the nests for which it is named.
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower
Due to its immense foliage, flamingo flower is known as the king. The irony of this Colombian plant is that it grows extraordinarily slow despite being easy to cultivate, as long as it receives abundant indirect light, and its soil is kept moist.
Bird's Nest Anthurium
Bird's Nest Anthurium
Bird's Nest Anthurium is an example of versatility. In its natural habitat, this tropical plant with large attractive foliage grows as an epiphyte, most commonly attaching to trees. However, due to the size and heaviness of the foliage, it can fall to the ground and continue to grow as a terrestrial plant. The specific epithet of the Latin name, plowmanii, was given in honor of the tragically departed 20th-century ethnobotanist Timothy Plowman.
Flamingo Flower
Flamingo Flower
With its bright and showy pink spathe and glossy dark green leaves, the flamingo Flower is an iconic houseplant species. Native to Central and South America, it is cultivated worldwide for its striking ornamental appearance. Interestingly, the spathe is not really a flower but a modified leaf known as a bract. Flamingo Flower is toxic to humans and pets and should be handled with care.
Birdsnest flamingo flower
Birdsnest flamingo flower
Birdsnest flamingo flower is a unique plant named for the highly unusual flowers it produces that mimic a nesting bird in the center of the foliage. This plant does not require any soil to grow, so it can be found living on other plants and trees.
Velvet cardboard anthurium
Velvet cardboard anthurium
A popular houseplant, velvet cardboard anthurium is liked for its striking, dark green, heart-shaped leaves with prominent veins. The plant is a lithophyte, meaning it doesn't grow in the soil, but rather uses rocks as support. Within its native habitat, velvet cardboard anthurium is found in shady places in rocky habitats.
Velvety anthurium
Velvety anthurium
The Laceleaf plant is named for the white veining on its leaves, which slightly resembles a lace pattern. Velvety anthurium doesn't just have pretty leaves; it is also huge, sometimes reaching multiple feet long each.
Laceleaf 'Anthbnena'
Laceleaf 'Anthbnena'
Laceleaf 'Anthbnena' is a tropical plant known for its showy, heart-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. It thrives in warm, humid environments and can grow up to 2 feet tall. Additionally, it is a popular choice and striking addition for indoor gardens and floral arrangements.
Anthurium New Era
Anthurium New Era
Anthurium New Era is a tropical plant with glossy green leaves and bright red spathes. This plant is known to be an air-purifying plant, making it a popular choice for indoor spaces. Its showy blooms make it a popular choice for floral arrangements and it is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
Anthurium 'Tropic Sunrise'
Anthurium 'Tropic Sunrise'
Anthurium 'Tropic Sunrise' boasts striking, heart-shaped leaves and a vibrant, colorful spadix surrounded by a glossy, ornamental spathe that often features a fiery blend of yellow, orange, and red hues, reminiscent of a tropical sunrise. This eye-catching palette, coupled with its lush green foliage, makes anthurium 'Tropic Sunrise' a popular choice for adding a splash of color to indoor spaces. Its robust nature thrives with moderate water and indirect light, reflecting its tropical origins.
Plowmanii 'Fruffles'
Plowmanii 'Fruffles'
Plowmanii 'Fruffles' is a tropical evergreen native to South America that can grow to an enormous size within a few seasons. Its large, ovate leaves are glossy and leathery with wave-like ruffled edges. Unlike most plants native to the rainforest, plowmanii 'Fruffles' has a distinct resistance to dry conditions.
Anthurium fingers
Anthurium fingers
The leaves of Anthurium pedatoradiatum are divided deeply into finger-like projections. Unlike many other species in this genus, this particular plant has a terrestrial growth habit rather than an epiphytic growth habit.
Anthurium Andraeanum Vanilla
Anthurium Andraeanum Vanilla
Anthurium Andraeanum Vanilla has glossy, heart-shaped leaves and showy flowers in creamy white shades. Its intriguing blooms are excellent for cut flower arrangements and contribute to the tropical vibe of homes and gardens. This popular plant is native to Colombia and has cultural significance in Hawaiian folklore and medicine. Its sap contains oxalic acid, which can cause irritation and should be handled with care.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Laceleaf
Anthurium
Also known as: Tailflower
Laceleaf comprise a genus of tropical flowering plants in the arum family. Many species are popular ornamentals grown as houseplants. They bear attractive blossoms with leathery, shiny, and colorful spathes surrounding the underside of a white or colorful, spike-like inflorescence. The pink varieties earned these species the nickname "Flamingo flower."
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Laceleaf
Feedback
Attributes of Laceleaf
Plant Height
50 cm
Spread
20 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 41 ℃
Scientific Classification of Laceleaf
Distribution of Laceleaf
Feedback
Distribution Map of Laceleaf
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Laceleaf
Feedback
The laceleaf, popular for its vibrant flowers, requires moderate care. For Basic Care Needs, they thrive in well-drained peat-based soil, bright but indirect light, and high humidity. Water when the top 1 inch of soil dries out and maintain temperatures of 60–85°F. Common Challenges include pests like aphids and mealybugs, root rot due to overwatering, and leaves turning yellow from overexposure to sunlight. During winter, reduce watering and maintain warmth, while increasing light and keeping the environment humid during summer.
How to Water Laceleaf?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Laceleaf?
How to Propagate Laceleaf?
How to Plant Laceleaf?
Exploring the Laceleaf Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower (Anthurium andraeanum) is an ornamental perennial plant, famous for its pink or bright red heart-shaped flowers with very prominent pistils. Aside from its decorative attributes, flamingo flower is said to have excellent air-purifying properties.
Pigtail anthurium
Pigtail anthurium (Anthurium scherzerianum) is a houseplant that will grow from 30 to 46 cm in height. It produces a showy red flower consisting of a reddish-orange spathe or leaf, and a pale orange spadix, which is coiled to look like a pig’s tail. This plant is toxic to dogs and cats, and its leaves can cause skin irritation. Grows best in partial shade to full shade.
Queen anthurium
Queen anthurium, or Anthurium warocqueanum, is a rare species of anthurium. It features long, dark green, velvety leaves. This epiphyte grows on other plants. It is native to Columbia, and in cooler areas is grown in greenhouses or as a houseplant.
Flamingo flower
Flamingo flower is a less common species by its deep green, velvety leaves with prominent silver-white veins. This striking plant is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, where it thrives in the warm, humid environment. It is especially popular among houseplant enthusiasts due to its unique appearance.
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All Species of Laceleaf
Flamingo flower
Pigtail anthurium
Queen anthurium
Flamingo flower
Pearl anthurium
Anthurium wendlingeri
Laceleaf 'Antinkeles'
Anthurium 'Blushing Bride'
Laceleaf 'Coral Champion'
Birdnest anthurium
Flamingo flower
Bird's Nest Anthurium
Flamingo Flower
Birdsnest flamingo flower
Velvet cardboard anthurium
Velvety anthurium
Laceleaf 'Anthbnena'
Anthurium New Era
Anthurium 'Tropic Sunrise'
Plowmanii 'Fruffles'
Anthurium fingers
Anthurium Andraeanum Vanilla
More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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