Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humboldtii
ID:
741937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raf.) Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 4: 417 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741270

Common Names

  • Humboldt's Caladium
  • Humboldtii Caladium
  • Humboldt's Caladium

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Description

Caladium humboldtii (also called 'Humboldt's Caladium', among many other common names) is a tuberous perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, heart-shaped, green leaves with white or pink veins and produces small, white flowers in summer. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Caladium humboldtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caladium humboldtii has white flowers with six petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caladium humboldtii is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and moist soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into sections with at least two leaves each. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be planted in moist soil and kept warm. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Caladium humboldtii

Caladium humboldtii can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Caladium humboldtii FAQ

What is the common name of Caladium humboldtii?

Humboldt's Caladium

What is the natural habitat of Caladium humboldtii?

Caladium humboldtii is native to the tropical regions of South America.

What is the flower color of Caladium humboldtii?

The flowers of Caladium humboldtii are usually white or pink.

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,

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