Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coriaceum
ID:
224361

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 3: 633 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000223691

Common Names

  • Anthurium coriaceum
  • Coriaceum Anthurium
  • Leathery Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium coriaceum (also called Leatherleaf Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium coriaceum 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

The flower of Anthurium coriaceum is a small, greenish-yellow flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium coriaceum is a large, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Anthurium coriaceum

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

Anthurium coriaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium coriaceum?

Anthurium coriaceum

What is the common name of Anthurium coriaceum?

Leathery Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium coriaceum?

It is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South 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

George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84700-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.