Anthurium Meaning — Symbolism, Colours & Gifting
What do anthuriums symbolise? Their meaning in the language of flowers, colour by colour, plus when to give them — a florist's gifting guide.
The anthurium's heart-shaped, waxy spathe (the coloured part is not a flower, botanically — it's a modified leaf) delivers a graphic, tropical statement. Modern hybrids include chocolate, black, and jade-green cultivars beloved by editorial designers. Vase life is exceptional — 4 weeks with basic care.
TL;DR. Anthuriums stand for hospitality and abundance in the language of flowers. Colour shifts the message — red for love, white for purity, pink for gratitude.
What Anthuriums symbolise
In the language of flowers anthuriums carry meanings of hospitality and abundance. A bouquet is never only decorative — the flower you choose, and the colour you choose it in, is a message. That is what makes anthuriums such a considered gift: they say something the card alone cannot.
For the botany, varieties and full profile, see the Anthurium encyclopedia entry.
Anthuriums by colour — what each shade says
Anthuriums come in several colours, and each one tilts the meaning:
- Red anthuriums — love and passion.
- Pink anthuriums — gratitude, admiration and gentle affection.
- Coral anthuriums — warmth and lively affection.
- Orange anthuriums — energy and enthusiasm.
- White anthuriums — purity, sympathy and fresh starts.
- Green anthuriums — renewal, health and good fortune.
- Brown anthuriums — grounded, earthy warmth.
- Burgundy anthuriums — deep, committed love.
Browse arrangements and pairings by shade in the flowers by colour guide.
Anthuriums in a meaningful bouquet
Meaning works best when it is intentional. Choose the colour for the message, keep the number of stems in mind (in many traditions odd numbers are for joy), and let the recipient know what the flowers say. Then give them the care they deserve — see how to keep anthuriums fresh — so the message lasts as long as possible.
From the Lacy Bird studio. This guide is written by our florists. We deliver seasonal flowers across the UAE — see flower delivery in Dubai — and we teach floristry, from a first bouquet to running your own shop, at the Lacy Bird Academy.
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