Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latissimum
ID:
228118

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23B: 292 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227448

Common Names

  • Anthurium latissimum
  • Latissimum Anthurium
  • Latissimum Tailflower

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Description

Anthurium latissimum (also called Broad-leaf anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid, shady areas, usually in areas with high humidity and plenty of moisture.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium latissimum is an ornamental plant used in landscaping and as an indoor houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium latissimum is a small, white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium latissimum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species and can reach a height of up to 3 feet (1 m). It prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Anthurium latissimum

Anthurium latissimum can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Anthurium latissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium latissimum?

Anthurium latissimum

What is the common name of Anthurium latissimum?

Broad-Leaved Anthurium

Where is Anthurium latissimum native to?

Costa Rica, Panama

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:15390-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.