Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curtispadix
ID:
224776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 639 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224106

Common Names

  • Anthurium curtispadix
  • Curtis' Anthurium
  • Curtis' Anthurium Tree

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Description

Anthurium curtispadix (also called 'Curtis' Anthurium', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats and can reach up to 60 cm in height. Its leaves are oblong to lanceolate and its flowers are red or pink.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium curtispadix is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Anthurium curtispadix has bright red flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds of Anthurium curtispadix are small, black, and round. Seedlings: Anthurium curtispadix seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium curtispadix is a slow-growing plant that prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings, which should be planted in a warm, humid environment. Germination is slow and may take up to six months.

Where to Find Anthurium curtispadix

Anthurium curtispadix can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Anthurium curtispadix FAQ

What is the growth habit of Anthurium curtispadix?

Anthurium curtispadix is an epiphytic, evergreen herb.

What are the flowers of Anthurium curtispadix like?

The flowers of Anthurium curtispadix are small, white, and have three petals.

What is the preferred habitat of Anthurium curtispadix?

Anthurium curtispadix prefers humid, shady areas.

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:272272-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.