Anthurium fuscopunctatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sodiro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 19: 268 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225311
Common Names
- Fuscopunctatum Anthurium
- Fuscopunctatum Tailflower
- Dotted Anthurium
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Anthurium fuscopunctatum (also called 'Fuscopunctatum Anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane rainforest habitats at elevations of 1000-2500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium fuscopunctatum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its bright, colorful foliage and is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium fuscopunctatum is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium fuscopunctatum 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 fuscopunctatum
Anthurium fuscopunctatum is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Anthurium fuscopunctatum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium fuscopunctatum?
Anthurium fuscopunctatum is native to the cloud forests of Colombia.
What is the size of Anthurium fuscopunctatum?
Anthurium fuscopunctatum is a small plant, usually growing to a height of around 5 cm.
What is the flowering period of Anthurium fuscopunctatum?
Anthurium fuscopunctatum typically blooms in the spring and summer months.
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
Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15290-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.