Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvispadix
ID:
224805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 14: 83 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224135

Common Names

  • Anthurium curvispadix
  • Curvispadix Anthurium
  • Curvispadix Anthurium Tree

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Description

Anthurium curvispadix (also called Hooker's anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen perennial with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves and small, white, spathe-like flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium curvispadix is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division of existing plants. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Anthurium curvispadix

Anthurium curvispadix is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Anthurium curvispadix FAQ

What is the growth habit of Anthurium curvispadix?

Anthurium curvispadix is an epiphytic, evergreen herb.

What are the flowers of Anthurium curvispadix like?

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

What is the preferred habitat of Anthurium curvispadix?

Anthurium curvispadix 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:272274-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.