Anthurium hygrophilum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 6: 276 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226633
Common Names
- Anthurium hygrophilum
- Hygrophilum Anthurium
- Hygrophilum Tailflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium hygrophilum (also called Water-loving Anthurium, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 metres in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, white flowers and dark green, glossy leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium hygrophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that has a pleasant aroma and flavor.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium hygrophilum has white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium hygrophilum is a tropical plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Anthurium hygrophilum
Anthurium hygrophilum is native to Colombia and can be found in the department of Valle del Cauca.
Anthurium hygrophilum FAQ
What is the common name of Anthurium hygrophilum?
Water-loving Anthurium
What is the growth rate of Anthurium hygrophilum?
Moderate
What is the soil type preferred by Anthurium hygrophilum?
Well-drained, moist soil
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
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84908-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.