Anthurium sucrii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Barroso
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 46: 3 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233296
Common Names
- Anthurium Sucrii
- Sucrii Anthurium
- Sucrii's Anthurium
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Anthurium sucrii (also called 'Sucre's anthurium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in montane forests. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is characterized by its large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium sucrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has a beautiful white flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and flowers have various medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium sucrii is a bright red spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black, shiny berry that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long-stalked leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium sucrii is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Anthurium sucrii
Anthurium sucrii is native to Colombia.
Anthurium sucrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium sucrii?
Anthurium sucrii
What type of plant is Anthurium sucrii?
Tropical perennial
What is the hardiness zone of Anthurium sucrii?
10-11
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
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15739-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.