Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affine
ID:
221707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 5: 82 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221036

Common Names

  • Anthurium affine
  • Affine Anthurium
  • Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium affine (also called Smooth Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium affine is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright, glossy foliage and long-lasting blooms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium affine is a red, heart-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium affine can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Anthurium affine

Anthurium affine can be found in Central and South America.

Anthurium affine FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium affine?

Anthurium affine

What is the family of Anthurium affine?

Araceae

Where is Anthurium affine found?

Central and South America

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,

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