Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch & C.D.Bouché
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (B, Berolinensis) 1853(App.): 7 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234493
Common Names
- Anthurium Wagenerianum
- Wagenerianum Anthurium
- Anthurium of Wagenerianum
Description
Anthurium wagenerianum (also called Wagener's 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 wagenerianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium wagenerianum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthurium wagenerianum 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 wagenerianum
Anthurium wagenerianum is native to the Caribbean islands, Central America, and northern South America.
Anthurium wagenerianum FAQ
What is the common name of Anthurium wagenerianum?
Wagener's Anthurium
What is the scientific name of Wagener's Anthurium?
Anthurium wagenerianum
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium wagenerianum?
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,