Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andreanum
ID:
739120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bogner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 7: 5 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738453

Common Names

  • Caladium andreanum
  • Andreanum Caladium
  • Andreanum Elephant's Ear

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Description

Caladium andreanum (also called Andrean Caladium, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has alternate, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with six petals. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Caladium andreanum is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and pots. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce humidity in the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caladium andreanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladium andreanum is a species of herbaceous perennial native to South America. It is best propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time for the seedlings to become established.

Where to Find Caladium andreanum

Caladium andreanum is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Caladium andreanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caladium andreanum?

Caladium andreanum

What type of plant is Caladium andreanum?

It is a tuberous perennial herb

Where is Caladium andreanum found?

It is found in Colombia

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

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:40273-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.