Anthurium humboldtianum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 3: 78 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226557
Common Names
- Humboldtianum Anthurium
- Humboldtianum Flamingo Flower
- Humboldtianum Tail Flower
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- Anthurium humboldtianum humboldtianum [unknown]
Description
Anthurium humboldtianum (also called Humboldt's Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia, where it grows in montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium humboldtianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium humboldtianum has a bright red flower with a white spadix. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium humboldtianum is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 2 m (6 ft). It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-12. It prefers part shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Anthurium humboldtianum
Anthurium humboldtianum is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist forests and can be purchased from nurseries.
Anthurium humboldtianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium humboldtianum?
Anthurium humboldtianum
What is the common name of Anthurium humboldtianum?
Humboldt's Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium humboldtianum?
Anthurium humboldtianum is native to the 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
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84904-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.