Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balslevii
ID:
222575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & J.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 18: 54 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221904

Common Names

  • Balslev's Anthurium
  • Balslev Anthurium
  • Anthurium Balslevii

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Description

Anthurium balslevii (also called Balslev's anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium balslevii has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a food source, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthurium balslevii are pink or white and have three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium balslevii can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the roots are healthy. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anthurium balslevii

Anthurium balslevii is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is found in lowland rainforests at elevations of 0-300 m.

Anthurium balslevii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium balslevii?

Anthurium balslevii

What is the common name of Anthurium balslevii?

Balslev's Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium balslevii?

Forests and scrublands

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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Jimena Rodríguez de Salvador: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Rodr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:306154-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.