Anthurium subrotundum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 14: 183 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233201
Common Names
- Subrotundum Anthurium
- Round Anthurium
- Flamingo Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium subrotundum (also called 'Round-leaved Anthurium' and 'Round-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 subrotundum 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 subrotundum is white with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium subrotundum 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 subrotundum
Anthurium subrotundum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Anthurium subrotundum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium subrotundum?
Anthurium subrotundum
What is the common name of Anthurium subrotundum?
Round-leaf Anthurium
What type of climate does Anthurium subrotundum 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
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272371-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.