Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
235004

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 15(108): 13 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234335

Common Names

  • Anthurium versicolor
  • Versicolor Anthurium
  • Versicolor-leaf Anthurium

Searching for Anthurium versicolor? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Anthurium versicolor (also called Versicolor Anthurium, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herb found in Central and South America. It has a single, heart-shaped leaf that grows up to 15 cm long and a single, small flower with a white or yellowish-green spathe. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthurium versicolor var. versicolor
Anthurium versicolor var. azuayense Croat

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium versicolor has small, pinkish-white flowers with a yellow-green center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

Searching for Anthurium versicolor? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium versicolor can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady area with well-draining soil. It should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Anthurium versicolor

Anthurium versicolor is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru.

Anthurium versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthurium versicolor?

Anthurium versicolor

What is the common name of Anthurium versicolor?

Versicolor Anthurium

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium versicolor?

Tropical moist montane 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,

References

Luis Sodiro (1836-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sodiro' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15813-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.