Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macarenense
ID:
228884

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Schult. & Idrobo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 16: 183 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228214

Common Names

  • Macarenense Anthurium
  • Macarenense Flamingo Flower
  • Macarenense Tailflower

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Description

Anthurium macarenense (also called Macarena Anthurium, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and it grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium macarenense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium macarenense is a large, bright red spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium macarenense is an epiphytic aroid native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Anthurium macarenense

Anthurium macarenense is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Anthurium macarenense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium macarenense?

Anthurium macarenense

What type of soil does Anthurium macarenense prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What is the ideal temperature range for Anthurium macarenense?

15-25°C

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

Jesús Medardo Idrobo (1917-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Idrobo' in the authors string.
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15438-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.