Caladium coerulescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.S.Bunting
Source:
wcs
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 10: 284 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000740168
Common Names
- Blue Caladium
- Blue Elephant Ear
- Blue Heart of Jesus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caladium coerulescens (also called 'Blue Caladium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests, woodlands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Caladium coerulescens is a popular ornamental plant, often used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also known to have medicinal properties, with its leaves and roots being used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caladium coerulescens is a small white flower with six petals. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule containing two seeds. The seedlings are small, with two seed leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caladium coerulescens can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Caladium coerulescens
Caladium coerulescens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Caladium coerulescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caladium coerulescens?
Caladium coerulescens
What type of plant is Caladium coerulescens?
A flowering plant
Where is Caladium coerulescens found?
It is found in tropical regions of South America
Species in the Caladium genus
Caladium andreanum, Caladium bicolor, Caladium coerulescens, Caladium humboldtii, Caladium macrotites, Caladium picturatum, Caladium schomburgkii, Caladium smaragdinum, Caladium steudneriaefolium, Caladium steyermarkii, Caladium ternatum, Caladium tuberosum, Caladium clavatum, Caladium praetermissum, Caladium intermedium, Caladium amazonicum, Caladium cortesiae, Caladium palaciosii, Caladium stevensonii,
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
George Sydney Bunting (1927-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Bunting' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:40302-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.