Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coleomischum
ID:
224031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilli

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 669 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223361

Common Names

  • Anthurium Coleomischum
  • Coleomischum Anthurium
  • Coleomischum's Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium coleomischum (also called Coleomischum 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 coleomischum is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive flowers and foliage. It can also be used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium coleomischum has large, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium coleomischum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Anthurium coleomischum prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Anthurium coleomischum

Anthurium coleomischum is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Anthurium coleomischum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium coleomischum?

Anthurium coleomischum

What is the common name of Anthurium coleomischum?

Cole's anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium coleomischum?

Tropical rainforest in Central America

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

Alexander Gilli (1903-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilli' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15197-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.