Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subcordatum
ID:
233783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 8: 181 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233114

Common Names

  • Subcordatum Anthurium
  • Subcordatum Flamingo Flower
  • Subcordatum Tailflower

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Description

Anthurium subcordatum (also called Heart-Shaped Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb with heart-shaped leaves and red, heart-shaped flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium subcordatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber production.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthurium subcordatum sub. chlorocardium (Standl. & L.O.Williams) Croat
Anthurium subcordatum sub. subcordatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium subcordatum has bright red flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium subcordatum is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1-2 m tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Anthurium subcordatum

Anthurium subcordatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Anthurium subcordatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium subcordatum?

Anthurium subcordatum

What is the common name of Anthurium subcordatum?

Heart-shaped Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium subcordatum?

Tropical moist lowland forests

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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