Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
collettianum
ID:
917545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 128 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916880

Common Names

  • Anthurium collettianum
  • Collett's Anthurium
  • Collett Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium collettianum (also called Collett's Anthurium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic bromeliad native to Costa Rica. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in humid, tropical forests. It prefers partial shade and high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium collettianum 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 collettianum 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 collettianum is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It requires bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It is sensitive to overwatering and should be watered only when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Anthurium collettianum

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

Anthurium collettianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium collettianum?

Anthurium collettianum

What is the common name of Anthurium collettianum?

Collett's Anthurium

What type of plant is Anthurium collettianum?

Anthurium collettianum 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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