Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 416 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227907
Common Names
- Long-cuspid Anthurium
- Longcuspid Anthurium
- Long-cuspid Flamingo Flower
Description
Anthurium longipeltatum (also called Long-Peltate Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves and red flowers. It typically grows in lowland rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium longicuspidatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and other items for decoration.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium longicuspidatum is a small, white or pink flower with a long, curved spadix. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium longicuspidatum can be propagated from seed or by division. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. The soil should be kept evenly moist to avoid root rot.
Where to Find Anthurium longicuspidatum
Anthurium longicuspidatum can be found in tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia.
Anthurium longicuspidatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium longicuspidatum?
Anthurium longicuspidatum
What is the common name of Anthurium longicuspidatum?
Long-spurred Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium longicuspidatum?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
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,