Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
friedrichsthalii
ID:
225915

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 5: 65 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225245

Common Names

  • Friedrichsthal's anthurium
  • Friedrichsthalii anthurium
  • Friedrichsthal's flamingo flower

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Description

Anthurium friedrichsthalii (also called 'Friedrichsthal's anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama. It grows in wet forests at elevations of 500–1700 m. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium friedrichsthalii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium friedrichsthalii is large and showy, with a bright red spathe and a yellow spadix. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium friedrichsthalii is an epiphytic aroid species that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate, provide bright, indirect light, and a humid environment with temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Water regularly and keep the soil lightly moist, but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthurium friedrichsthalii

Anthurium friedrichsthalii is native to Colombia.

Anthurium friedrichsthalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium friedrichsthalii?

Anthurium friedrichsthalii

What is the common name of Anthurium friedrichsthalii?

Friedrichsthal's anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium friedrichsthalii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South 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,

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