Anthurium wendlingeri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Barroso
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 26: 151 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234631
Common Names
- Wendlingeri's Anthurium
- Wendlingeri's Flamingo Flower
- Wendlingeri's Tail Flower
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Anthurium wendlingeri (also called Wendlinger's Anthurium, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is an epiphytic plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Peru and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium wendlingeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthurium wendlingeri var. horichii CroatAnthurium wendlingeri sub. wendlingeri
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthurium wendlingeri has large, bright red flowers with three sepals, three petals and six stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Anthurium wendlingeri can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, divide the rhizomes in the spring or autumn and replant them in a pot or in the garden. For seed, sow the seeds in a pot or in the garden in the spring or autumn. The soil should be kept moist and the temperature should be kept between 18-21°C (65-70°F). The seedlings should be kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Anthurium wendlingeri
Anthurium wendlingeri is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Anthurium wendlingeri FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Anthurium wendlingeri?
The ideal temperature for Anthurium wendlingeri is between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Anthurium wendlingeri?
A well-draining, organic-rich soil is best for Anthurium wendlingeri.
How much light does Anthurium wendlingeri need?
Anthurium wendlingeri needs bright, indirect light.
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:15824-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.