Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clidemioides
ID:
223934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 22: 3 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223263

Common Names

  • Clidemioides Anthurium
  • Clidemioides Flamingo Flower
  • Wild Sage

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Description

Anthurium clidemioides (also called Clidemioides Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to Central and South America. It has a spreading habit and produces clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium clidemioides is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthurium clidemioides sub. clidemioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthurium clidemioides are small, white, and heart-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium clidemioides is a perennial shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and regular watering. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Anthurium clidemioides

Anthurium clidemioides is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in tropical plants.

Anthurium clidemioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium clidemioides?

Anthurium clidemioides

What is the common name of Anthurium clidemioides?

Clidemioides Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium clidemioides?

Tropical rainforests

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15190-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.