Anthurium margaricarpum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sodiro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 15: 292 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228531
Common Names
- Margaricarpum Anthurium
- Margaricarpum Flamingo Flower
- Margaricarpum Tail Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium margaricarpum (also called the Margaricarpum Anthurium, among many other common names) is a tropical flowering plant species found in Central and South America. It has a single, erect stem with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves and a single, bright red flower. The flowers are usually found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and tropical jungles.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium margaricarpum is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium margaricarpum has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium margaricarpum is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Anthurium margaricarpum
Anthurium margaricarpum is found in tropical and subtropical climates in the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Anthurium margaricarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium margaricarpum?
Anthurium margaricarpum
What is the common name of Anthurium margaricarpum?
Anthurium margaricarpum
Where is Anthurium margaricarpum native to?
Asia
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
Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15453-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.