Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ottobuchtienii
ID:
791919

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 85 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791252

Common Names

  • Ottobuchtienii anthurium
  • Ottobuchtien anthurium
  • Ottobuchtienii tailflower

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Description

Anthurium ottobuchtienii (also called Ottobuchtienii 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 ottobuchtienii 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 ottobuchtienii is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium ottobuchtienii is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Anthurium ottobuchtienii

Anthurium ottobuchtienii is native to the Caribbean islands, specifically Cuba and Jamaica.

Anthurium ottobuchtienii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Anthurium ottobuchtienii?

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

What is the ideal light for Anthurium ottobuchtienii?

Anthurium ottobuchtienii prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity for Anthurium ottobuchtienii?

Anthurium ottobuchtienii 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,

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