Anthurium metallicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Linden ex Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Syst. Aroid. : 506 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228735
Common Names
- Anthurium metallicum
- Metallicum Anthurium
- Metallicum Anthurium Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium metallicum (also called Metallic Anthurium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium metallicum 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
The flower of Anthurium metallicum is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium metallicum is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen perennial that grows best in humid, warm climates. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering.
Where to Find Anthurium metallicum
Anthurium metallicum is native to Colombia, where it can be found growing in wet montane forests.
Anthurium metallicum FAQ
What is the common name of Anthurium metallicum?
Metallic Anthurium
What is the origin of Anthurium metallicum?
Mexico and Central America
What is the growth habit of Anthurium metallicum?
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
Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85079-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.