Anthurium lezamae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matuda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 19: 19 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227641
Common Names
- Anthurium Lezamae
- Lezama's Anthurium
- Anthurium Plant
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Anthurium lezamae (also called Lezama's anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is a small to medium-sized plant that grows up to 1-2 m tall. It is found in lowland rainforest, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium lezamae is a popular ornamental plant in tropical gardens and is used as a houseplant in temperate climates. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium lezamae is a large, white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium lezamae is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It requires a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Anthurium lezamae
Anthurium lezamae is native to Colombia.
Anthurium lezamae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium lezamae?
Anthurium lezamae
What are the common names of Anthurium lezamae?
Lezama's Anthurium
What is the growth habit of Anthurium lezamae?
It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height
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
Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15401-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.