Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acicularis
ID:
1272151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
tro

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 41(1): 14 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271489

Common Names

  • Acicularis Anthurium
  • Acicularis Flamingo Flower
  • Acicularis-Leaf Flamingo Flower

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Description

Anthurium acicularis (also called 'Needle-leaved Anthurium', among many other common names) is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a climbing species with large, heart-shaped leaves and long, aerial roots. It is found growing in humid, shady habitats, such as in tropical forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium acicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium acicularis has bright red flowers and dark green leaves. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium acicularis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Anthurium acicularis

Anthurium acicularis is native to India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Anthurium acicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium acicularis?

Anthurium acicularis

What is the common name of Anthurium acicularis?

Needle-Leaf Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium acicularis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Anthurium genus

Anthurium acaule, Anthurium acutangulum, Anthurium acutifolium, Anthurium acutissimum, Anthurium acutum, Anthurium aduncum, Anthurium affine, Anthurium agnatum, Anthurium alatipedunculatum, Anthurium alatum, Anthurium albidum, Anthurium albispatha, Anthurium albovirescens, Anthurium alegriasense, Anthurium alticola, Anthurium amnicola, Anthurium amoenum, Anthurium anceps, Anthurium andicola, Anthurium andinum, Anthurium andraeanum, Anthurium andreslovinense, Anthurium angosturense, Anthurium angustatum, Anthurium angustilaminatum, Anthurium angustilobum, Anthurium angustisectum, Anthurium angustispadix, Anthurium anorianum, Anthurium antioquiense, Anthurium antonioanum, Anthurium antrophyoides, Anthurium apaporanum, Anthurium argyrostachyum, Anthurium aripoense, Anthurium arisaemoides, Anthurium aristatum, Anthurium armeniense, Anthurium aroense, Anthurium asplundii, Anthurium atropurpureum, Anthurium atroviride, Anthurium augustinum, Anthurium aureum, Anthurium auritum, Anthurium austin-smithii, Anthurium bakeri, Anthurium balaoanum, Anthurium balslevii, Anthurium barbacoasense,

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,