Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purdieanum
ID:
231886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 7: 53 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231217

Common Names

  • Purdieanum Anthurium
  • Purdie's Anthurium
  • Purdie's Flamingo Flower

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Description

Anthurium purdieanum (also called Purdie's 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 purdieanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright red flowers and glossy green leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthurium purdieanum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium purdieanum 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 purdieanum

Anthurium purdieanum 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 purdieanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium purdieanum?

Anthurium purdieanum

What is the common name of Anthurium purdieanum?

Purdie's Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium purdieanum?

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,

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