Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coloradense
ID:
224086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 14: 64 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223416

Common Names

  • Coloradense Anthurium
  • Coloradense Tailflower
  • Coloradense Flamingo Flower

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Description

Anthurium coloradense (also called Colorado Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the arum family. It is native to Colombia, and typically grows in moist, shady areas. It has large, white flowers and heart-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium coloradense is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and diarrhea. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium coloradense is a large, red and white flower. The seed of Anthurium coloradense is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Anthurium coloradense are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium coloradense is a perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers partial shade and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Anthurium coloradense

Anthurium coloradense is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It can be found in gardens, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Anthurium coloradense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium coloradense?

Anthurium coloradense

What is the common name of Anthurium coloradense?

Colorado anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium coloradense?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and 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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272262-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.