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Context :

• Recently, India successfully exported Anthurium flowers from Mizoram to Singapore for the 1st time.
• This marks a progress in the Indian floriculture sector.
• It is showing the country's growing presence in the global flower export market.

What is Anthurium?

• Anthurium is a tropical flowering plant. It is popular for its ornamental value & air purifying properties.
• It is Known for its vibrant, long lasting flowers.
• it is commonly grown indoors.
• Air purifying qualities: Anthurium helps to remove toxins from the air such as:
  • Formaldehyde
  • Ammonia
  • Toluene
  • Xylene
  • Allergens
• NASA included Anthurium in its list of air purifying plants due to its ability to improve indoor air quality.

About APEDA:

• APEDA means Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority.
• It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry Government of India.
• What are the Role of APEDA:
  • It promotes & develops the export of agricultural & processed food products from India.
  • It facilitates market linkages for Indian agricultural products on a global scale.

Conclusion

The successful export of Anthurium flowers from Mizoram to Singapore is a significant achievement for India's floriculture industry. It also reflects the country's growing role in the international agricultural export market. Additionally the air-purifying benefits of Anthurium reinforce its importance in both horticulture and environmental health.

Source: PIB