Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 416 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229001
Common Names
- Anthurium
- Mourae Anthurium
- Anthurium Mourae
Description
Anthurium mourae (also called Moura's anthurium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and small, ovate leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as savannas and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium mourae is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium mourae has a bright red flower with a white spadix. Its seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings have a single, light green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium mourae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Anthurium mourae
Anthurium mourae is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul.
Anthurium mourae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium mourae?
Anthurium mourae
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium mourae?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What type of plant is Anthurium mourae?
Herb
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,