Anthurium polydactylum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Madison
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 275 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230801
Common Names
- Anthurium polydactylum
- Many-fingered Anthurium
- Forked Anthurium
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Anthurium polydactylum (also called Polydactyl Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Central and South America and is found in rainforest habitats. It is an evergreen herb that grows up to 1 m tall and has white-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium polydactylum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and homes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known to have medicinal properties, such as being an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium polydactylum is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Anthurium polydactylum is a tropical plant that prefers a warm and humid environment. It should be grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded location. Propagation is done by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Anthurium polydactylum
Anthurium polydactylum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anthurium polydactylum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Anthurium polydactylum?
The ideal temperature for Anthurium polydactylum is between 18-24°C.
What type of soil is best for Anthurium polydactylum?
Anthurium polydactylum prefers a soil that is well-draining, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic.
How much light does Anthurium polydactylum need?
Anthurium polydactylum needs bright, indirect light.
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
Michael T. Madison (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Madison' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15591-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.