Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incavatum
ID:
269695

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Okada & Y.Mori

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 51: 1 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269027

Common Names

  • Aridarum incavatum
  • Incavatum Aridarum
  • Incavatum Silverbush

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Description

Aridarum incavatum (also called Velvet-Leaf Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen, perennial, climbing shrub native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It has large, leathery, glossy, dark green leaves that are deeply lobed and can reach up to 30 cm in length. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Aridarum incavatum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its large, glossy leaves and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to create a tropical atmosphere in outdoor areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aridarum incavatum has a flower with white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aridarum incavatum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. To propagate by division, carefully separate the rhizomes and replant in a pot with moist soil. To propagate by stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot with moist soil and keep in a warm, humid environment. The cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Aridarum incavatum

Aridarum incavatum is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Aridarum incavatum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aridarum incavatum?

Aridarum incavatum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

What is the ideal light for Aridarum incavatum?

Aridarum incavatum prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal soil for Aridarum incavatum?

Aridarum incavatum prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil mix.

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

Hiroshi Okada (1963-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Okada' in the authors string.
Yasuko Mori: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Mori' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1016912-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.