Anthurium (Schott, 1829), is a large neotropical genus of about 600- 800 (possibly 1,000) species, belonging to the arum family (Araceae). It is the largest and probably the most complex genus of this family. Many species are undoubtedly not described yet and new ones are being found every year.

any of various tropical American plants cultivated for their showy foliage and flowers

a large brightly colored flower that grows only in the tropics