Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
illepidum
ID:
227396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 9: 100 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226726

Common Names

  • Anthurium illepidum
  • Illepidum Anthurium
  • Illepidum Tailflower

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Description

Anthurium illepidum (also called Illepid Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant with large, heart-shaped leaves and bright red flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium illepidum is an ornamental plant that is often used in flower arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also known for its air-purifying properties, as it is able to absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium illepidum has white flowers with three petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium illepidum is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthurium illepidum

Anthurium illepidum can be found in South America.

Anthurium illepidum FAQ

What is the common name of Anthurium illepidum?

Common name of Anthurium illepidum is Illepid Anthurium

What is the native range of Anthurium illepidum?

Native range of Anthurium illepidum is Colombia

What is the growth habit of Anthurium illepidum?

Growth habit of Anthurium illepidum is a herbaceous perennial

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,

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