Anthurium purpureospathum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 328 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231228
Common Names
- Purpureospathum Anthurium
- Purple-Spathe Anthurium
- Purple-Spathe Flamingo Flower
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Anthurium purpureospathum (also called Purple-spath 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 purpureospathum is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and homes, as well as for cut flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Anthurium purpureospathum 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 purpureospathum 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 purpureospathum
Anthurium purpureospathum is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
Anthurium purpureospathum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Anthurium purpureospathum?
Anthurium purpureospathum prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C)
What kind of soil is best for Anthurium purpureospathum?
Anthurium purpureospathum prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
How much light does Anthurium purpureospathum need?
Anthurium purpureospathum prefers bright, indirect light.
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15617-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.