Anthurium longipeltatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matuda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. México 37: 75 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227961
Common Names
- Long-petalled Anthurium
- Long-petalled Flamingo Flower
- Long-petalled Tail Flower
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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 longipeltatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its bright red flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Anthurium longipeltatum is small, white and fragrant. Its seed is small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Anthurium longipeltatum is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be grown in well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. The seed should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Anthurium longipeltatum
Anthurium longipeltatum is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Anthurium longipeltatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium longipeltatum?
Anthurium longipeltatum
What is the family of Anthurium longipeltatum?
Araceae
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium longipeltatum?
Tropical 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,
References
Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15421-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.