Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sagittaria
ID:
232673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden ex Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Syst. Aroid. : 537 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232004

Common Names

  • Sagittaria Tree
  • Sagittaria Blossom
  • Sagittaria Mango

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Description

Anthurium sagittaria (also called 'Arrowhead Anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a small to medium-sized herb, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in tropical rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium sagittaria 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 sagittaria 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium sagittaria 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 sagittaria

Anthurium sagittaria is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Anthurium sagittaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium sagittaria?

Anthurium sagittaria

What is the common name of Anthurium sagittaria?

Arrow-shaped Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium sagittaria?

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

Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85320-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.