Description
Origin
The Anthurium andraeanum ‘Sierra’ is a plant species originally from the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador in South America. The plant belongs to the Araceae family, also known as the aroid family. The Anthurium andraeanum ‘Sierra’ is specifically named after Édouard François André, a French botanist who introduced several types of anthuriums to Europe in the 19th century.
Characteristics
The Anthurium andraeanum ‘Sierra’ is known for its impressive, heart-shaped leaves that shine in the light. The plant also produces remarkable flowers, also called spathes, which can be bright red or pink. These flowers are surrounded by a green bract. The Anthurium andraeanum ‘Sierra’ can reach a height of about 60 centimeters and blooms all year round, peaking during the summer months.
Care
For optimal growth and flowering of the Anthurium andraeanum ‘Sierra’, it is important to replicate the conditions of its original habitat. The plant prefers a warm location with plenty of indirect light and high humidity. The soil should be well-drained, and the plant should be watered regularly but not left sitting in water. In spring and summer, you can feed the plant once a month with a general liquid fertilizer for indoor plants.
