Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frontinoense
ID:
1331086

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & Zuluaga

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 38E(2): 92 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343540

Common Names

  • Anthurium frontinoense
  • Frontinoense Anthurium
  • Anthurium frontinoense

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Description

Anthurium frontinoense (also called 'Frontino Anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small to medium-sized shrub, reaching up to 3-4 m in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium frontinoense is an attractive ornamental plant that is used for its foliage and flowers. It can be used as a houseplant, in outdoor gardens, or as a cut flower. It is also known for its air-purifying qualities, as it can help to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium frontinoense is a red, heart-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium frontinoense is a tropical plant that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthurium frontinoense

Anthurium frontinoense is native to Colombia.

Anthurium frontinoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium frontinoense?

Anthurium frontinoense

What is the common name of Anthurium frontinoense?

Frontinoense Anthurium

Where is Anthurium frontinoense found?

Vietnam

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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Alejandro Zuluaga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zuluaga' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77149744-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.