House plants for cleaner air? Aug 13, 2008
I also keep a Norfolk Island Pine (not the most effective in toxin removal, but I like its look) and a pretty pink anthurium. According to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, NASA research has shown these plants as most effective in removing formaldehyde, benzene, and carbon monoxide from the air. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shining Stars Jul 16, 2008
Kuehnle has co-authored, with veteran horticulturist Haruyuki Kamemoto, books about anthurium and dendrobium breeding, and has written articles in scientific and trade journals. Shining Stars appears several times a week in the Star-Bulletin. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
City asks for lei donations May 23, 2008
The city is asking the leis be tied and will accept loose plumerias and floral sprays such as ti leaf and anthurium bouquets. Boy Scouts will place a lei on each grave to honor the fallen veterans and service members. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Fresh leis needed for Memorial Day May 10, 2008
Floral sprays such as ti leaf and anthurium bouquets are also welcome. Loose plumeria flowers can be dropped off on May 22 at Waipahu District Park, Kailua District Park and Makua Alii Senior Center at 1541 Kalakaua Ave.. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Houseplant comeback: Easy maintenance and low-light plants are finding their way back into the homes of busy people Feb 22, 2008
Anthurium Pacora is a new introduction that sports big red blooms with white spadices. It doesn t need sunlight, and it blooms fairly easily with just a little fertilizer. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Home & Garden Dec 21, 2007
Almost anything else, butwhat Id really love is a phalaenopsis, an anthurium, a paphiopedilum. Id even love a gorgeous white cyclamen or ablooming bromeliad. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Behind the soaring price of 'Anthurium' Nov 9, 2007
Behind the soaring price of 'Anthurium ... While Ibu Puji was chatting with one of her guests in the backyard, the other guest, who was still inside the house suddenly grabbed a pot of Anthurium jenmanii from the living room and put it on his motorcycle, which was parked outside ... She was too late, however, as the two guest had sped away with her pot of Anthurium jenmanii. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Flower power: Making the proper arrangements Aug 3, 2007
It's like the Kincaid Grill versus McDonald's, Dorow explained as he looped a spindly piece of bear grass over a shiny red blossom: As you must choose between rack of lamb and chicken McNuggets, so must ye choose between grocery-store, ultra-packed daisy bunch and trio of anthurium, china berry and tea leaf -- both pleasing in their own right, but the latter is art. And as one wouldn't dress in polyester bell-bottoms and floral tunic -- save for a costume party -- nor would a designer arrange in... (Anchorage Daily News)
A Rain-Forest Odyssey Jul 16, 2007
So far, he and his colleagues have identified seven never before seen species of primates, a distinct species of peccary (a wild pig), a lost cousin of the Brazil-nut tree and an anthurium with leaves bigger than elephant ears. And best of all, Van Roosmalen stumbled on traces of an agricultural technique--invented by Stone Age tribes around 10,000 years ago--that may help save the Amazon from the damage caused by farmers who slash and burn the forest to clear land. (Time.com)
6 Hawaii nurseries settle suit with DuPont Apr 26, 2007
Plaintiffs also included Matsuura's brother Stephen Matsuura, Fuku Bonsai Inc., McConnell Inc. and Anthurium Acres, all based on the Big Island, and Living Design Inc., based on Oahu. The case, which alleged DuPont had violated the U.S. Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act by covering up damage cause by Benlate, could have brought triple damages from DuPont if the plaintiffs had won. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
UH invents new anthuriums Apr 9, 2007
Horticulturalists at the have cultivated a new anthurium varietal that resists blight and bacteria and lasts 44 days once cut. The new kind of anthurium, four years in development, was unveiled at the annual plant show over Easter weekend at Ward Centers ... The "New Era Pink" anthurium, cultivated by Dr. Adelheid Kuehnle and the University of Hawaii's Plant and Soil Sciences Department, represents the first successful effort to produce a bacterial- and blight-resistant cut flower. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Letters for Wednesday, March 28, 2007 Mar 28, 2007
There were two peperomias, two crotons, one dark pink anthurium, one brown pansy, one purple pansy, an orange zinnia, a pink geranium, two purple dianthus, two light pink polka-dots, and two dark pink. If you notice someone who has suddenly planted this particular assortment, please call KPD and reference report number 2007-7797. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
'Centennial' flower named in honor of UH Mar 6, 2007
COURTESY IMAGE The College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources has named a new anthurium in celebration of the university's 100th anniversary ... University of Hawaii scientists have created a new type of anthurium and named it "Centennial" in honor of UH's 100th anniversary ... Researchers at the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources, the first college at the university, developed the anthurium. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Roses are ready Feb 14, 2007
Heidi Huber / The Fresno Bee Michele Fetherman creates an exotic Valentine arrangement with anthurium, lilies, orchids and curvy willow Monday at Wild Rose Floral in Fresno. Valentine's Day is florists' busiest holiday of the year. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
THE R-J GOES TO A PARTY: Luncheon features 'Sex and the City' author Bushnell Jan 25, 2007
Jan. 25, 2007 Copyright. Las Vegas Review-Journal. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Master Gardener’s Corner: Flowering houseplants Dec 31, 2006
A good option for medium to low light is the anthurium ... Anthurium prefers partially dry soil and is typically planted in a bark-like mix ... A popular cultivar is Anthurium Lady Jane. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Tropical blooms for indoor gardens Nov 16, 2006
The Peace lily, sometimes called White Anthurium, is a member of the Araceae family ... Anthurium, or flamingo flower, is closely related to the Peace Lily ... Anthurium requires more light to bloom well. (Lindstrom Chisago County Press, MN)
Fairchild scientists make pilgrimage for rare plants Oct 19, 2006
The team also found an Anthurium species new to science that has small, heart-shaped leaves and grows directly out of rock. On the last outing, in search of a purple-flowering shrub, the explorers had to hack away vines smothering the steep trail with every step. (The Miami Herald)
Arroyo honors fallen soldiers, pledges aid in war on terrorism Sep 18, 2006
During the ceremony yesterday, Arroyo laid a wreath of red anthurium, white flowers and purple ribbons at a monument at the cemetery. The military launched several artillery salutes and flew three helicopters over the grave site in a missing-man formation. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii's Anthurium Growers Cope With Plant Disease Mar 21, 2006
A destructive pathogen is impacting Hawaii's production of anthuriums, a plant known for its heart-shaped flower and leaves, say plant pathologists with The American Phytopathological Society (APS). Typical anthurium cultivar commercially produced for cut-flowers and flowering potted plants ... Anthuriums's flower portion, or spathe, is available in a variety of colors including brilliant shades of red, orange, pink, and salmon. (Science Daily)
