Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gymnopus
ID:
226655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 219 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000225985

Common Names

  • Anthurium gymnopus
  • Gymnopus's Anthurium
  • Gymnopus Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium gymnopus (also called Gymnopus 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 gymnopus is an attractive ornamental plant, often used as a ground cover or in containers. It is drought-tolerant and can attract pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to any garden. The plant is also known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Red, heart-shaped. Seed: Brown, oval-shaped. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium gymnopus is a tropical plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Anthurium gymnopus

Anthurium gymnopus is native to Colombia.

Anthurium gymnopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium gymnopus?

Anthurium gymnopus

What is the common name of Anthurium gymnopus?

Gymnopus Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium gymnopus?

Tropical rainforests of 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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84872-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.