Anthurium — Wedding Florist's Guide
Anthurium is the sculptural tropical flower with heart-shaped waxy 'petals' (technically spathes) surrounding a central spadix. It's architectural, long-lasting, and photographs beautifully in both tropical and modern-minimalist aesthetics. This page covers how to use it.
Botanical name: Anthurium andraeanum
Season
Year-round
Vase life
14–21 days
Stem length
40–70cm
Wholesale
$3.00–$4.50 per stem
Available color varieties
Stem count guide
How many anthurium stems you'll need for common wedding arrangements.
| Arrangement | Anthurium stems |
|---|---|
| Bridal bouquet | 5 |
| Bridesmaid bouquet | 3 |
| Centerpiece | 4 |
Best used for
- Tropical weddings
- Modern minimalist arrangements
- Budget luxury accent
- Long-lasting installations
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Design tips for anthurium
Anthurium lasts 2+ weeks — perfect for pre-assembled items that need to hold up.
The waxy finish catches light dramatically — place where photos will capture it.
Pair with monstera leaves for full tropical impact, or with single calla lilies for modern minimalism.
Pairs well with
Complementary stems to combine with anthurium in wedding arrangements.
Common mistakes to avoid
Using anthurium in traditional romantic weddings — the waxy modern look clashes.
Ignoring them as 'too modern' — they work beautifully as a single statement in many aesthetics.
Handling the spathe aggressively — it bruises and shows marks.
See it in action
Pink Tropical Wedding Flowers Recipe
See how anthurium works in a real wedding recipe →
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