Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moonenii
ID:
791917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & E.G.Gonç.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 35: 173 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791250

Common Names

  • Moonen's anthurium
  • Moonen anthurium
  • Moonen's tailflower

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Description

Anthurium moonenii (also called Moonenii Anthurium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic herb, growing up to 0.5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium moonenii is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and lush, glossy foliage. It can also be used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium moonenii is a purple spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black berry that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium moonenii is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be divided in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Anthurium moonenii

Anthurium moonenii can be found in tropical rainforests of Central America, from southern Mexico to Panama.

Anthurium moonenii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Anthurium moonenii?

The ideal temperature for Anthurium moonenii is between 18-25°C (64-77°F).

What is the ideal light for Anthurium moonenii?

Anthurium moonenii prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity for Anthurium moonenii?

Anthurium moonenii prefers high humidity levels of around 60-80%.

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.
Eduardo G. Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Gonç.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77067645-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.