Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 330 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231813
Common Names
- Round-stigmatized Anthurium
- Round-stigmatized Flamingo Flower
- Round-stigmatized Tailflower
Description
Anthurium rotundistigmatum (also called 'Flamingo Flower', among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized herbaceous plant, up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, growing in open or partly shaded areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium rotundistigmatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in floral arrangements. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium rotundistigmatum has a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium rotundistigmatum is a tropical plant that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Anthurium rotundistigmatum
Anthurium rotundistigmatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Anthurium rotundistigmatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium rotundistigmatum?
Anthurium rotundistigmatum
What is the family of Anthurium rotundistigmatum?
Araceae
What is the common name of Anthurium rotundistigmatum?
Round-spotted 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,