Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guanchezii
ID:
226600

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.Bunting

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 60: 295 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225930

Common Names

  • Anthurium guanchezii
  • Guanchezii's Anthurium
  • Guanchezii Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium guanchezii (also called Guanchez Anthurium, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant with large, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Costa Rica and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium guanchezii is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and gardens. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and long-lasting blooms.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium guanchezii is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium guanchezii is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be cultivated in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Anthurium guanchezii

Anthurium guanchezii is found in Ecuador.

Anthurium guanchezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium guanchezii?

Anthurium guanchezii

What is the family of Anthurium guanchezii?

Araceae

What is the native range of Anthurium guanchezii?

Central and South America

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

George Sydney Bunting (1927-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Bunting' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272302-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.