Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canaliculatum
ID:
223331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 19: 318 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222660

Common Names

  • Anthurium canaliculatum
  • Canaliculate Anthurium
  • Canaliculate Tailflower

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Description

Anthurium canaliculatum (also called 'Flamingo Flower' and 'Tail Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant from the family Araceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a herbaceous perennial with long-stalked, heart-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical rainforests and humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium canaliculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and decorations. The plant has a long-lasting flower and is known for its bright colors.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium canaliculatum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium canaliculatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Anthurium canaliculatum

Anthurium canaliculatum can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Anthurium canaliculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium canaliculatum?

Anthurium canaliculatum

What is the common name of Anthurium canaliculatum?

Canaliculate Anthurium

What is the family of Anthurium canaliculatum?

Araceae

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

Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15156-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.