Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
navasii
ID:
229813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 19: 321 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229144

Common Names

  • Anthurium navasii
  • Navasii Anthurium
  • Navas' Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium navasii (also called Navas' Anthurium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with large, heart-shaped leaves and bright red flowers. It is native to Colombia and is commonly found in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium navasii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium navasii has bright red flowers with yellow centers and small, black, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium navasii is a tropical plant native to Colombia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and light levels. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Anthurium navasii

Anthurium navasii is native to the Caribbean region, including Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and Cuba.

Anthurium navasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium navasii?

Anthurium navasii

What are the common names of Anthurium navasii?

Navas' Anthurium, Navas' Flamingo Flower

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium navasii?

Anthurium navasii is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady areas.

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

Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15489-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.