Anthurium ernestii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23B: 80 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224759
Common Names
- Ernest's Anthurium
- Flamingo Flower
- Tail Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium ernestii (also called 'Ernest's Anthurium', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous species that is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and red markings.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium ernestii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium ernestii has small white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium ernestii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Anthurium ernestii
Anthurium ernestii can be found in Colombia.
Anthurium ernestii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium ernestii?
Anthurium ernestii
What are the common names of Anthurium ernestii?
Ernest's Anthurium, Ernest's Flamingo Flower, and Ernest's Tail Flower
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium ernestii?
It is native to Colombia and is found in moist, 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10962: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.