Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malagaense
ID:
805987

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & D.C.Bay

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 40 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805321

Common Names

  • Flamingo Flower
  • Tail Flower
  • Laceleaf

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Description

Anthurium malagaense (also called Malaga anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Colombia. It has a rosette of glossy, dark green leaves with a red underside. Its flowers are bright red and have a long, curved spadix. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium malagaense is an ornamental plant with glossy, heart-shaped leaves and bright red flowers. It is often used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens and is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium malagaense has red flowers, small seeds, and seedlings that are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium malagaense is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Anthurium malagaense

Anthurium malagaense can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Anthurium malagaense FAQ

What is the best soil for Anthurium malagaense?

Anthurium malagaense prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil. It should be kept moist but not soggy.

What is the best temperature for Anthurium malagaense?

Anthurium malagaense prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

What is the best light for Anthurium malagaense?

Anthurium malagaense prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Dorothy C. Bay (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Bay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60442666-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.