Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vomeriforme
ID:
235140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sodiro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Centr. Ecuador 16: 430 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234471

Common Names

  • Anthurium Vomeriforme
  • Vomeriforme Anthurium
  • Anthurium of Vomeriforme

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Description

Anthurium vomeriforme (also called Vomeriform Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in humid forests at altitudes of 0-1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Anthurium vomeriforme is a popular houseplant that is grown for its attractive foliage and long-lasting flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as an ornamental plant in gardens. The leaves of this plant are used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthurium vomeriforme has small, yellow-green flowers with a white spathe. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two to three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthurium vomeriforme can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Anthurium vomeriforme

Anthurium vomeriforme can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Anthurium vomeriforme FAQ

What is the common name of Anthurium vomeriforme?

Vomeriform Anthurium

What is the scientific name of Vomeriform Anthurium?

Anthurium vomeriforme

What is the natural habitat of Anthurium vomeriforme?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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:15821-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.