Anthurium sagittale - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sodiro
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 16: 274 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231993
Common Names
- Sagittale Tree
- Sagittale Blossom
- Sagittale Mango
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium sagittale (also called 'Arrowhead Anthurium', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is commonly found in moist, montane forests. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and bright red flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium sagittale is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium sagittale is red and has three petals. The seeds are small, black and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium sagittale is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is suitable for cultivation in tropical and subtropical climates. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Anthurium sagittale
Anthurium sagittale is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Anthurium sagittale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium sagittale?
Anthurium sagittale
What is the common name of Anthurium sagittale?
Arrow-shaped Anthurium
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium sagittale?
Tropical rainforests
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:15659-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.