Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incurvum
ID:
227493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 433 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226823

Common Names

  • Incurvum Anthurium
  • Curved Anthurium
  • Bent Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium incurvum (also called Curved Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to Central and South America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has white, yellow or pink flowers. It prefers shady areas and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium incurvum is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging and screening, and as a windbreak. It is also used in the production of honey, and its essential oils are used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium incurvum has white, heart-shaped flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are followed by woody capsules containing small, black seeds. Seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium incurvum is a tropical evergreen perennial that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be grown in containers or in the ground in a warm, humid climate. It prefers partial to full shade and a moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings. It is susceptible to root rot and should not be over-watered.

Where to Find Anthurium incurvum

Anthurium infectorium is native to Central and South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Anthurium incurvum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium incurvum?

Anthurium incurvum

What type of soil does Anthurium incurvum prefer?

Anthurium incurvum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature range for Anthurium incurvum?

Anthurium incurvum prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

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:15360-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.