Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albidum
ID:
221776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 19: 330 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221105

Common Names

  • Anthurium albidum
  • White anthurium
  • White flower

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Description

Anthurium albidum (also called White Anthurium, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in lowland rainforests, moist woodlands, and along rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium albidum is a popular ornamental plant, often used 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

Anthurium albidum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single, yellow-green seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium albidum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Anthurium albidum

Anthurium albidum can be found in Central and South America.

Anthurium albidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium albidum?

Anthurium albidum

What is the common name of Anthurium albidum?

White anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium albidum?

Tropical rainforests in 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,

References

Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15070-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.