Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nakamurae
ID:
229748

Status:
valid

Authors:
Matuda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Mex. Hist. Nat. 11: 93 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229078

Common Names

  • Nakamurae Anthurium
  • Anthurium Nakamurae
  • Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium nakamurae (also called Nakamura's Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that is native to tropical regions of South America. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves that are usually glossy. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforests, wetlands, and along riversides.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium nakamurae has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and digestive ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium nakamurae is a bright red spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium nakamurae is a tropical perennial plant that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is an evergreen plant with long, glossy, dark green leaves and white or pinkish flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it should be monitored regularly for signs of disease.

Where to Find Anthurium nakamurae

Anthurium nakamurae is native to Central America and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Anthurium nakamurae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium nakamurae?

Anthurium nakamurae

What are the common names of Anthurium nakamurae?

Flamingo Flower, Tail Flower, Oilcloth Flower

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium nakamurae?

Tropical rainforests and cloud 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

Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15484-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.