Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
funiferum
ID:
225959

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 381 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225289

Common Names

  • Funiferum Anthurium
  • Funiferum Flamingo Flower
  • Funiferum Laceleaf

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Description

Anthurium funiferum (also called 'Fungus Anthurium', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant with large, heart-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is found growing on trees, rocks, and other surfaces in its native habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium funiferum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright, colorful blooms and is often used as a centerpiece in flower arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium funiferum is small and yellow-green in color. Its seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium funiferum is a small epiphytic aroid native to Central America. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss, and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is usually done through division of the clump, or by seed.

Where to Find Anthurium funiferum

Anthurium funiferum is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Anthurium funiferum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium funiferum?

Anthurium funiferum is native to tropical regions of South America.

What is the flower size of Anthurium funiferum?

The flowers of Anthurium funiferum are about 1 cm long.

What is the flowering season of Anthurium funiferum?

Anthurium funiferum flowers from June to August.

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Gustav Karl Wilhelm Hermann Karsten (1817-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Karst.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84823-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.