Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monteverdense
ID:
229615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & R.A.Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 16(Suppl.): 62 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228945

Common Names

  • Anthurium monteverdense
  • Monteverdense Anthurium
  • Monteverde Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium monteverdense (also called Painted Tongue, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and has large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves and bright red, yellow, or pink flowers. It prefers warm, humid climates and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium monteverdense has been used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also known to have antioxidant properties and can be used to treat digestive problems and reduce fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium monteverdense is red and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium monteverdense is a perennial shrub that grows to a height of 1.5 m. It is native to Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Anthurium monteverdense

Anthurium monteverdense is native to Central America and can be found in tropical forests.

Anthurium monteverdense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium monteverdense?

Anthurium monteverdense

What is the common name of Anthurium monteverdense?

Monteverde Anthurium

What is the family of Anthurium monteverdense?

Araceae

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.
Richard A. Baker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15474-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.