Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulverulentum
ID:
231835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 15: 103 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231166

Common Names

  • Anthurium Pulverulentum
  • Pulverulentum Anthurium
  • Pulverulentum's Anthurium

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Description

Anthurium pulverulentum (also called velvet anthurium, among many other common names) is a small herb native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen herb with a rounded stem, and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It prefers moist soils and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium pulverulentum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthurium pulverulentum var. adsimile (Sodiro) Croat & J.Rodr.
Anthurium pulverulentum var. pulverulentum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium pulverulentum is white in color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium pulverulentum can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. For division, carefully remove the plant from the pot and divide the rootball into two or more sections, each with a good root system. Replant each section in a new pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem of the plant and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Anthurium pulverulentum

Anthurium pulverulentum is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in the wild in humid and wet forests, as well as in rocky areas and coastal cliffs. It is also cultivated in gardens.

Anthurium pulverulentum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium pulverulentum?

Anthurium pulverulentum

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium pulverulentum?

Anthurium pulverulentum is native to South America.

What are the common names of Anthurium pulverulentum?

Common names of Anthurium pulverulentum include velvet anthurium and velvet-leaf anthurium.

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:15613-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.