Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clarkei
ID:
917537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 127 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916872

Common Names

  • Anthurium clarkei
  • Clarkei Anthurium
  • Anthurium of Clarkei

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Description

Anthurium clarkei (also called 'Clarke's Anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean. It is a small, evergreen herb with a rosette of long-stalked, heart-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, rocky habitats at altitudes of up to 1,500 meters. It is found in Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium clarkei is a popular houseplant, often grown for its large, glossy leaves. It is also used in landscaping as a ground cover or as a border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium clarkei is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, glossy, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium clarkei is a tropical evergreen plant that prefers full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Anthurium clarkei

Anthurium clarkei is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Anthurium clarkei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium clarkei?

Anthurium clarkei

What is the common name of Anthurium clarkei?

Clarke's Anthurium

What type of plant is Anthurium clarkei?

Anthurium clarkei is an evergreen perennial.

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,

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