Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
membranaceum
ID:
229372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 19: 294 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228702

Common Names

  • Anthurium membranaceum
  • Membranous Anthurium
  • Membranous Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium membranaceum (also called Anthurium membranaceum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is an evergreen perennial, growing to a height of 0.5–2 m, with large, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium membranaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. The leaves can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and the flowers can be used as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium membranaceum has large, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium membranaceum is a tropical perennial native to Central and South America. It is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 3 feet in height. Propagation is done by division of the stems or by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Anthurium membranaceum

Anthurium membranaceum is native to Colombia, where it can be found growing in wet montane forests.

Anthurium membranaceum FAQ

What is the common name of Anthurium membranaceum?

Membranous Anthurium

What is the origin of Anthurium membranaceum?

Mexico and Central America

What is the growth habit of Anthurium membranaceum?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall

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:15460-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.