Anthurium 'Orange'

Glossy green leaves topped with bold, tropical orange blooms.

The Orange Anthurium brings an instant pop of color indoors with glossy, heart-shaped foliage and bright orange blooms that seem almost waxed to perfection.

Botanically known as Anthurium andraeanum, this tropical flowering houseplant is also commonly called a Flamingo Flower or Flamingo Lily. Its colorful orange spathes rise above the foliage and can last for weeks, giving you far more staying power than a typical bouquet.

If you’re looking for an orange flowering houseplant that feels polished, tropical, and a little unexpected, Anthurium delivers year-round greenery with bursts of vibrant color.

Why You’ll Love It

• Bold orange blooms
  Bright orange spathes bring lasting color to your space without relying on seasonal cut flowers.

• Glossy heart-shaped foliage
  Deep green leaves keep the plant beautiful even when it isn’t in bloom.

• Long-lasting flowers
  Individual blooms can remain attractive for weeks, giving you a surprisingly long color show indoors.

• Compact but impactful
  Anthuriums add plenty of color and personality without requiring the floor space of a large tropical plant.

• A polished tropical look
  The combination of glossy foliage and sculptural flowers works beautifully in bedrooms, offices, kitchens, and living spaces.

Best For

Bedrooms • Home offices • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Plant stands • Tabletops • Bright indoor spaces • Flowering plant lovers

Care at a Glance

Light: Bright, indirect light
Water: Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry slightly before watering thoroughly
Humidity: Appreciates moderate to high humidity
Difficulty: Beginner-friendly to intermediate
Pet Friendly: No — keep away from pets that may chew the foliage or flowers

Styling Tip

Let the orange be the statement.

Style your Orange Anthurium in a simple cream, white, stone, terracotta, or earthy ceramic planter so the flowers remain the focal point.

Its compact size makes it especially easy to use on a console, dresser, desk, kitchen counter, bathroom vanity, or plant stand.

For a layered plant display, pair it with deeper green foliage or plants with softer textures. The contrast makes those glossy orange blooms look even brighter.

Good to Know

Anthuriums perform best in bright, indirect light. Plenty of filtered light encourages stronger growth and repeat blooming, while very low light can result in fewer flowers.

Allow the upper portion of the soil to dry slightly between waterings, then water thoroughly and let excess moisture drain away. Anthuriums appreciate consistent moisture but don’t want to sit in soggy soil.

They also enjoy humidity, which makes bright bathrooms and kitchens especially good homes for them.

And one little botanical surprise: the bright orange part we usually call the “flower” is actually a modified leaf called a spathe. The tiny true flowers grow along the central spike, called the spadix.

As blooms age, they may gradually fade or shift in color. Once they begin looking tired, you can trim them near the base to keep the plant looking clean and encourage energy toward new growth.

If you’re searching for a tropical orange flowering houseplant with glossy green leaves, Orange Anthurium brings long-lasting color, compact growth, and an effortlessly polished look to bright indoor spaces.