Anthurium machetioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matuda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. México 22: 379 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228246
Common Names
- Machetioides Anthurium
- Machetioides Flamingo Flower
- Machetioides Tailflower
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Anthurium machetioides (also called Machetioides Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Anthurium. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, where it is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium machetioides is a popular houseplant that is grown for its attractive foliage and bright flowers. It can be used as a decorative element in the home or office, and it is also known to help purify the air in indoor spaces. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care and can thrive in a variety of conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium machetioides 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium machetioides can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is hardy to USDA Zone 8.
Where to Find Anthurium machetioides
Anthurium machetioides can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Anthurium machetioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium machetioides?
Anthurium machetioides
What type of plant is Anthurium machetioides?
Flowering plant
Where is Anthurium machetioides found?
Costa Rica
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:15441-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.