Anthurium ensifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogner & E.G.Gonç.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 32: 323 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340244
Common Names
- Ensifolium Anthurium
- Ensifolium Flamingo Flower
- Anthurium ensifolium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium ensifolium (also called Sword-Leaved Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to Ecuador. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 10 cm tall. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. It grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium ensifolium is a popular houseplant known for its bright, heart-shaped flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is known to be a natural air purifier, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium ensifolium is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium ensifolium can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be fertilized regularly and kept moist but not wet. It should be protected from direct sunlight and should be pruned regularly to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Anthurium ensifolium
Anthurium ensifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Anthurium ensifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium ensifolium?
Anthurium ensifolium
What is the common name of Anthurium ensifolium?
Ensifolium Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium ensifolium?
It is found in South America, growing in tropical forests
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
Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Eduardo G. Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Gonç.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:325695-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.