Aglaonema cordifolium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23Dc: 29 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917078
Common Names
- Aglaonema cordifolium
- Cordifolium Aglaonema
- Aglaonema
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aglaonema cordifolium (also called Chinese Evergreen, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small white flowers, and its leaves are usually variegated with green, yellow, or white.
Uses & Benefits
Aglaonema cordifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aglaonema cordifolium has small, white flowers. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aglaonema cordifolium is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division or stem cuttings. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Aglaonema cordifolium
Aglaonema cordifolium is native to Southeast Asia.
Aglaonema cordifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aglaonema cordifolium?
Aglaonema cordifolium
What is the common name of Aglaonema cordifolium?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Aglaonema cordifolium?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Aglaonema genus
Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84051-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.