Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harrisii
ID:
226742

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Graham) G.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 3: 633 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226072

Common Names

  • Anthurium harrisii
  • Harrisii Anthurium
  • Harrisii's Anthurium

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Synonyms

  • Anthurium pulchrum (N.E.Br.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Anthurium consanguineum Kunth [unknown]

Description

Anthurium harrisii (also called 'Harris' Anthurium', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant found in Central and South America. It has a single leaf and a short stem, and produces a single flower with a yellow-green color. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, and is typically found growing on trees in humid, shady environments.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium harrisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin problems, digestive issues, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium harrisii has a bright red flower with a white spadix. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium harrisii is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 2 feet tall and wide. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Anthurium harrisii

Anthurium harrisii is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Anthurium harrisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium harrisii?

Anthurium harrisii

What is the common name of Anthurium harrisii?

Harris's Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium harrisii?

Tropical rainforest

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 Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84876-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.