Anthurium grandifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jacq.) Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 7 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225820
Common Names
- Grandifolium Anthurium
- Grandifolium's Anthurium
- Anthurium Grandifolium
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Anthurium grandifolium (also called Grandifolium Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a large perennial herb with large, heart-shaped leaves and showy, bright red flowers. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 800-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium grandifolium is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and terrariums. It is known for its attractive foliage and delicate flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium grandifolium is white and has a large size. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are white and small.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium grandifolium is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean. It is an epiphyte that grows on trees and shrubs in wet montane forests at elevations of 600–1200 m. It is best grown in a pot or basket with a well-drained medium such as bark, moss, or perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by division or seed.
Where to Find Anthurium grandifolium
Anthurium grandifolium can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anthurium grandifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium grandifolium?
Anthurium grandifolium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium grandifolium?
Anthurium grandifolium is native to Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Anthurium grandifolium?
The flowers of Anthurium grandifolium are usually red or pink.
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
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84858-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.