Most anthurium varieties struggle in Kerala, these five varieties of Anthurium actually love our humid tropical weather here. These five anthurium varieties grow well and bloom effortlessly in Kerala Climate. The whole flower is the economical part in case of Anthurium. Anthurium prefers shade and a temperature of around 18-28 degree is considered ideal. Among the many species of Anthurium the species Anthurium andreanum is commercially cultivated. It is quite tricky to grow anthurium In Kerala but a balance of sunlight and shade is needed for its growth. Five varieties suitable for culitvation in Kerala climate are :
1.Cuba
It has a vibrant red spathe and dark green foliage. Has good export potential.
2.Lima White
It has a characteristic heart shaped white colored spathe.
3.MIdory
Solid green colored anthurium cultivated primarily in Tropical regions.
4.Acropolis
White flowered variety.
5.Tropical
Red colored variety spathe, grown in humid climate.
6.Nita
Red colored variety of anthurium.
Other varieties like Can Can, Linda de mol, Liver Red, Gino Orange, Agnihotri are some other varieties that can be cultivated profitably in Kerala.
