Status:
valid
Authors:
Sodiro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 15(105): 11 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221625
Common Names
- Anthurium Argyrostachyum
- Silver-spiked Anthurium
- Silver-spiked Flamingo Flower
Description
Anthurium argyrostachyum (also called Silver-spiked anthurium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herbaceous perennial with long, glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It has white flowers and silver-spiked leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium argyrostachyum is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions. It has fragrant white flowers that bloom in the spring and attract bees and other pollinators. It can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens or as a hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium argyrostachyum has white flowers with three petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium argyrostachyum is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and placed in a potting mix containing sand and peat moss. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Anthurium argyrostachyum
Anthurium argyrostachyum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Anthurium argyrostachyum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium argyrostachyum?
Anthurium argyrostachyum is found in tropical rainforests in South America.
What is the size of Anthurium argyrostachyum?
Anthurium argyrostachyum is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height.
What is the flowering period of Anthurium argyrostachyum?
Anthurium argyrostachyum flowers from April to October.
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,