Anthurium erskinei - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mayo
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 281 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224790
Common Names
- Erskine's Anthurium
- Flamingo Flower
- Tail Flower
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Anthurium erskinei (also called Erskine's Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub that grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium erskinei is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to make wreaths and bouquets. The plant is known for its bright and colorful flowers, which can be used to add a splash of color to any space.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium erskinei is bright red with a white lip. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Anthurium erskinei is a tropical plant that can be grown outdoors in warm climates. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix.
Where to Find Anthurium erskinei
Anthurium erskinei is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama.
Anthurium erskinei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium erskinei?
Anthurium erskinei
What type of plant is Anthurium erskinei?
Aroid
Where is Anthurium erskinei found?
Tropical America
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
Simon Joseph Mayo (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15268-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.