Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altobueyense
ID:
1285596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 67 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284934

Common Names

  • Anthurium altobueyense
  • Altobuey Anthurium
  • Altobuey Flamingo Flower

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Description

Anthurium altobueyense (also called 'Altobuey Anthurium', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to Central America. It has a sprawling habit, with stems up to 30 cm long. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white. It is found in moist forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium altobueyense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium altobueyense has bright red flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium altobueyense is a shade-loving plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Anthurium altobueyense

Anthurium altobueyense can be found in the tropical regions of Mexico.

Anthurium altobueyense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium altobueyense?

Anthurium altobueyense

What is the common name of Anthurium altobueyense?

Altobuey Anthurium

What is the growth habit of Anthurium altobueyense?

Anthurium altobueyense is an evergreen, perennial herb

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,