Anthurium punctatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.E.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 26: 809 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231198
Common Names
- Punctatum Anthurium
- Laceleaf Anthurium
- Freckles Anthurium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium punctatum (also called Painted Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It has glossy, heart-shaped leaves with a velvety texture and bright pink flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium punctatum 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Anthurium punctatum are white and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Anthurium punctatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Plants should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in a warm, humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Anthurium punctatum
Anthurium punctatum 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 punctatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium punctatum?
Anthurium punctatum
What is the common name of Anthurium punctatum?
Dotted Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium punctatum?
It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America
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
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15615-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.