Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordiforme
ID:
224339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Anturios Ecuator. , Suppl. 2: 17 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223669

Common Names

  • Anthurium cordiforme
  • Heart-shaped Anthurium
  • Cordiform Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium cordiforme (also called 'Cordiforme', among many other common names) is a small shrub with a dense, rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to Indonesia, and is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland forests to mountain forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium cordiforme is an ornamental plant, as it has large, glossy leaves and bright red flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium cordiforme has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne on a long, slender stalk. The flowers are followed by small, round, red berries. The seedlings are small and have a single, heart-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium cordiforme is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil with bottom heat.

Where to Find Anthurium cordiforme

Anthurium cordiforme is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests. It is also cultivated in gardens and parks.

Anthurium cordiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium cordiforme?

Anthurium cordiforme

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium cordiforme?

It is native to tropical America.

What are the characteristics of Anthurium cordiforme?

It is an evergreen perennial with heart-shaped leaves and bright red flowers.

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

Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15208-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.