Origin
The Anthurium 'Hookeri Variegata' is a species from the Anthurium genus, also known under the name Flamingo plant. The origin of this exotic plant is in tropical Central and South America, where they are often found in rainforests. The Anthurium genus is one of the largest and most complex groups within the Araceae family.

Characteristics
The Anthurium 'Hookeri Variegata' is a very striking plant due to its variegated leaves. The leaves are long, stalked and possess a rich variation of colours, from green to white and everything in between. The inflorescence is a striking spadix surrounded by a glossy bract. The plant can reach a height of one and a half meters and the leaves can become more than half a meter long.

Care
As a houseplant, the Anthurium 'Hookeri Variegata' needs sufficient light but no direct sunlight. It grows best at a temperature between 15 and 28 degrees Celsius. High humidity is also well tolerated by this plant, as this is a characteristic of the original rainforest climate. Overwatering should however be avoided, as this can lead to root rot.