Anthurium glaucophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sodiro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 20: 2 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225587
Common Names
- Anthurium glaucophyllum
- Glaucophyllum Anthurium
- Glaucophyllum Flamingo Flower
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Anthurium glaucophyllum (also called Glaucous-Leaf Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, usually in the forks of branches or on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium glaucophyllum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium glaucophyllum is small, white and has a yellow lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium glaucophyllum is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers warm, humid climates and bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Anthurium glaucophyllum
Anthurium glaucophyllum is native to Colombia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.
Anthurium glaucophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium glaucophyllum?
Anthurium glaucophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium glaucophyllum?
Anthurium glaucophyllum is found in humid montane forests of Colombia.
What is the flowering season of Anthurium glaucophyllum?
Anthurium glaucophyllum flowers from April to June.
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:15304-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.