Anthurium monticola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 387 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228956
Common Names
- Anthurium monticola
- Monticola anthurium
- Monticola anthurium
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Anthurium monticola (also called Mountain Anthurium, 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 monticola 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthurium monticola var. monticolaAnthurium monticola var. attenuatum Croat & D.C.Bay
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium monticola 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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Anthurium monticola is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 m tall. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining medium. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining medium. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Anthurium monticola
Anthurium monticola is native to Central America and can be found in tropical forests.
Anthurium monticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium monticola?
Anthurium monticola
What are the common names of Anthurium monticola?
Mountain Anthurium, Mountain Tailflower
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium monticola?
Tropical montane forests
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
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15475-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.