Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 158 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835008
Common Names
- Anthurium pulcachense
- Pulcachense Anthurium
- Pulcachense Tailflower
Description
Anthurium pulcachense (also called Pulcachense Anthurium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Colombia. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium pulcachense is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and fever. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help reduce inflammation and protect the body from free radical damage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Anthurium pulcachense has small, white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium pulcachense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.
Where to Find Anthurium pulcachense
Anthurium pulcachense can be found in Costa Rica.
Anthurium pulcachense FAQ
What is the average height of Anthurium pulcachense?
Anthurium pulcachense typically grows to a height of about 1 to 2 meters.
What type of soil does Anthurium pulcachense prefer?
Anthurium pulcachense prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the optimal temperature for Anthurium pulcachense?
Anthurium pulcachense prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
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,