Who we are

As a breeder, we embellish the world with colourful flowers and plants by developing innovative and sustainable Anthuriums, Bromeliads and Orchids for growers and consumers.

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Our goal is to make the world a more beautiful place and enable everyone – wherever they are in the world – to enjoy Anthuriums, Orchids and Bromeliads.

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About Anthura

As a leading expert in Anthuriums, Orchids and Bromeliads, colourful flowers and plants are the embodiment of our passion.

Our commitment to making the world a more beautiful place translates into the breeding of innovative and sustainable products, both for passionate growers and enthusiastic consumers. Together with our dedicated team, we are committed to translating the latest developments in production, breeding and technology into new varieties that reflect consumer trends for the customers of the future.

Welcome to our show greenhouse

We would love to welcome you to our inspiring show greenhouse in Bleiswijk, where colour and innovation come together.

Here you will discover our wide range of Orchids, Bromeliads and Anthuriums. The up-and-coming varieties of the future, straight from our breeding department, which our customers can judge in person. This allows you to shop around for a range that seamlessly matches your wants and needs. Our dedicated Area Managers are available to personally guide you in making the right choice.

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Global presence

Anthura supplies young plant material in more than 70 countries around the world. Hundreds of growers on different continents cultivate Anthuriums, Bromeliads and Orchids with care.

Every day, millions of consumers worldwide enjoy our flowers and plants. Our Anthura varieties travel from Germany, North Macedonia and China, as well as the Netherlands. Starting from these production sites, our plants travel to every corner of the world. This is our way of contributing to a moment of happiness for consumers worldwide.

International team of more than 30 nationalities
Around 1.300 employees worldwide
More than 700 varieties
Growers on 5 continents
Sales in more than 70 countries

Working together for a more beautiful world

A more beautiful world encompasses a variety of aspects. There is the aesthetic dimension, with an emphasis on colour, beauty and happiness. There is also a sustainable side, which focuses on preserving the world for future generations. This includes making products and processes more sustainable, reducing energy consumption, and using water sparingly. It also includes reintroducing orchids, protecting rare breeds and nurturing biodiversity.

Working together

We work as a team on every front and this is the backbone of our company. By sharing knowledge and being interactive, we achieve an integrated approach to research and development. This cooperation not only promotes process and product innovation, but also opens doors to new opportunities and markets through external partnerships. It is the key to better results, sustainable success and, above all, streamlined internal and external connections. This keeps us at the forefront. Together we achieve more!

Beautiful long-lasting products

A beautiful and durable plant is not only an aesthetic addition to our living environment, but also a sustainable choice for greenery in our home. Plants such as Anthuriums, Bromeliads and Orchids thrive with minimal care and are resilient in different environments. These colourful companions require little water and thrive in a variety of light conditions, making them an ideal choice for novice and experienced plant lovers alike. Their durability and simplicity of care mean that these plants are not only beautiful but also practical and suitable for various living spaces.

Our environment

Sustainability, or caring for nature and our environment, is in our DNA.

We nurture a deep-rooted concern for nature and our environment. This is not just a principle; it forms the essence of who we are and how we act. Our dedication leads to responsible choices and a lasting positive impact on the world around us.

In breeding, for instance, we devote a lot of attention to the resilience of our plants; in cultivation we focus on crop protection and reduction of water consumption; and in our environment we emphasize biodiversity.

Caring for each other

Caring for each other is the force that connects us and strengthens our mutual relationships, both internally and externally. #togetherweareanthura is more than a hashtag, it is an expression of our mutual commitment.

If you would like to become part of our team, check out our job vacancies.

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A fascinating history dating back to 1938

In 1938, the first generation of the Van der Knaap family started their own horticultural business. By sticking to a long-term vision and with a clear focus on expertise, entrepreneurship and flexibility, we have grown from a small family business to a world-class player in the Orchid, Bromeliad and Anthurium sector. Off to the 100!

2022

2022

The new headquarters in Bleiswijk is ready; some 60 employees move in. The comfortable, ergonomic workstations are good for the health and well-being of our colleagues and contribute to a positive work culture.

2019

2019

Opening of our flagship research centre in Bleiswijk, where we achieve our goals through interdisciplinary cooperation in order to accelerate our breeding and increase plant quality.

2018

2018

Our 80th anniversary culminated in a visit from His Majesty the King on our annual customer day. Numerous festivities take place throughout the year, including a party night and a family day.

2017

2017

The opening of a new R&D department in Bleiswijk.

2015

2015

In 2015, an in-house invitro laboratory for orchid propagation is opened in Macedonia and the phased expansion of Arndt begins.

2009

2009

This year, the modern greenhouse complex for the production of young Anthurium plants on Cyclamenweg in Bleiswijk is opened.

2007

2007

Anthura is expanding its business in the Chinese local market and the company Anthura Horticulture Co. Ltd. in Kunming, China is opened.

2004

2004

Nic van der Knaap officially hands over his duties as director to the younger generation after 40 years. The new directors are Mark van der Knaap, Marco van Herk and Iwan van der Knaap.

1995

1995

In 1995, the company takes over the German firm Gunter Arndt Jungplantzen. This adds Phalaenopsis genetics to the range. Simultaneously with this acquisition, the company name is changed to Anthura B.V.

1991

1991

In 1991, the production site for young Anthurium plants on Groendalseweg opens. Nic van der Knaap Anthuriumselecties thus becomes an automated propagation company for Anthurium plants.

1984

1984

Nic van der Knaap launches as a breeder and supplier of young plant material. The business is entitled ‘Nic van der Knaap Anthuriumselecties'.

1974

1974

Nic van der Knaap takes over his father's business with his wife Jeannette. The horticultural company switches to growing Anthurium cut flowers. Nic van der Knaap breeds his own varieties on a small scale.

1959

1959

Young Nic van der Knaap joins his father Jan van der Knaap as a 15-year-old boy. In those days, it involved a lot of manual work in the mine-wood supported greenhouses.

1938

1938

Jan van der Knaap starts a horticultural business in Wateringen. A variety of vegetables are grown on the farm.

Would you like to come and join our team?

Margot and Tara are happy to tell you more about it.

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