Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sylvestre
ID:
234058

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 4: 503 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233389

Common Names

  • Anthurium sylvestre
  • Sylvestre's Anthurium
  • Sylvestre's Anthurium Plant

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Description

Anthurium sylvestre (also called Wild Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America, where it is found in moist, well-drained soils in tropical forests. It prefers partial shade to full shade.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium sylvestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthurium sylvestre is white and cup-shaped, with 6-9 tepals and numerous stamens. The seed is a smooth, ovoid, yellow nut with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium sylvestre is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Anthurium sylvestre

Anthurium sylvestre can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Anthurium sylvestre FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium sylvestre?

Anthurium sylvestre

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium sylvestre?

It is native to the forests of Central America.

What is the average height of Anthurium sylvestre?

It can reach up to 1 meter in height.

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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