Anthurium ameliae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nadruz & Cath.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 56(88): 38 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805276
Common Names
- Anthurium ameliae
- Amelia's Anthurium
- Amelia's Tailflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium ameliae (also called Amelia's Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Colombia, and it grows in moist forests and grasslands. It has a large, dark green, heart-shaped leaf and a tall, white flower spike.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium ameliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium ameliae has small, white flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium ameliae can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.
Where to Find Anthurium ameliae
Anthurium ameliae is native to Ecuador and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Anthurium ameliae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium ameliae?
Anthurium ameliae
What is the common name of Anthurium ameliae?
Amelia's Anthurium
Where is Anthurium ameliae found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica.
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
Marcus A. Nadruz (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nadruz' in the authors string.
Eduardo Luis Martins Catharino (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cath.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60441548-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.