Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolatum
ID:
231645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & R.A.Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 16(Suppl.): 72 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230976

Common Names

  • Anthurium prolatum
  • Prolatum Anthurium
  • Prolatum Anthurium Orchid

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Description

Anthurium prolatum (also called 'Laceleaf', 'Fern-Leaf' and 'Tailflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a herbaceous perennial native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a shade-loving plant, typically found in humid, low-light environments.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium prolatum 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

Anthurium prolatum has a bright orange flower with a yellow spadix. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium prolatum can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in a wide range of soil types, but prefers a moist, well-drained soil. It should be grown in a bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Anthurium prolatum

Anthurium prolatum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Anthurium prolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium prolatum?

Anthurium prolatum

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium prolatum?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Anthurium prolatum?

Red

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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Richard A. Baker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15604-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.