Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
espinae
ID:
917077

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 40: 82 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916412

Common Names

  • Anthurium espinae
  • Espinae Anthurium
  • Espinae Aroid

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Description

Anthurium espinae (also called Spiny Anthurium, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium espinae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium espinae has large, white flowers with yellow anthers that are held in a large, upright inflorescence. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium espinae is an epiphytic or terrestrial aroid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist but not wet. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, well-lit area.

Where to Find Anthurium espinae

Anthurium espinae can be found in the tropical forests of Ecuador.

Anthurium espinae FAQ

What is the common name of Anthurium espinae?

Espinae Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium espinae?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the average height of Anthurium espinae?

2-3 meters

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,

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