Anthurium cutucuense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Madison
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 256 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224188
Common Names
- Anthurium cutucuense
- Cutucuense Anthurium
- False Philodendron
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Anthurium cutucuense (also called Cutucu 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 cutucuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Anthurium cutucuense has bright red flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds of Anthurium cutucuense are small, black, and round. Seedlings: Anthurium cutucuense seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium cutucuense is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Andes Mountains and is widely cultivated for its attractive foliage and flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Anthurium cutucuense
Anthurium cutucuense is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Anthurium cutucuense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium cutucuense?
Anthurium cutucuense
What is the common name of Anthurium cutucuense?
Cutucuense Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium cutucuense?
Tropical rainforests
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
Michael T. Madison (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Madison' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15231-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.