Anthurium subovatum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matuda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 24: 36 (1959)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233190
Common Names
- Subovatum Anthurium
- Subovatum's Anthurium
- Subovatum Anthurium Plant
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Anthurium subovatum (also called 'Ovate Anthurium' and 'Ovate-leaved Anthurium', among many other common names) is an evergreen, herbaceous perennial with an upright, spreading habit. It has large, fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to Central America and can be found in moist, well-drained soils in woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium subovatum is used as an ornamental plant. Its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. The leaves and stems of the plant can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium subovatum is a bright red spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium subovatum is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 2 feet tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Divisions should be done in the spring and cuttings can be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Anthurium subovatum
Anthurium subovatum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anthurium subovatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium subovatum?
Anthurium subovatum
What is the common name of Anthurium subovatum?
Oval-leaf Anthurium
What type of climate does Anthurium subovatum prefer?
Humid, tropical climate
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
Eizi Matuda (1894-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matuda' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15735-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.