Anthurium bromelicola - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mayo & L.P.Félix
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Aroideana 23: 89 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222415
Common Names
- Anthurium bromelicola
- Bromelicola Anthurium
- Bromelicola Anthuri
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Anthurium bromelicola (also called bromeliad anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests and montane forests, growing in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium bromelicola is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and as a dye for fabrics.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthurium bromelicola sub. bromelicolaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium bromelicola is red and heart-shaped. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with heart-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium bromelicola is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA zones 10-11.
Where to Find Anthurium bromelicola
Anthurium bromelicola is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Valle del Cauca.
Anthurium bromelicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium bromelicola?
Anthurium bromelicola
What is the common name of Anthurium bromelicola?
Bromelicola Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium bromelicola?
It is native to the western and central Asian regions, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
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
Simon Joseph Mayo (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayo' in the authors string.
Leonard P. Félix (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Félix' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:320327-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.