Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat & L.P.Hannon
Source:
tro
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 101: 240 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273997
Common Names
- Chlorospatha sizemoreae
- Sizemoreae Chlorospatha
- Sizemoreae Chlorospatha Plant
Description
Chlorospatha sizemoreae (also called Sizemore's Chlorospatha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest edges and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Chlorospatha sizemoreae is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chlorospatha sizemoreae has small, yellow flowers that are followed by small, red berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chlorospatha sizemoreae is an evergreen, perennial plant native to Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Chlorospatha sizemoreae
Chlorospatha sizemoreae is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.
Chlorospatha sizemoreae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chlorospatha sizemoreae?
Chlorospatha sizemoreae
What is the common name of Chlorospatha sizemoreae?
Sizemore's Chlorospatha
Where is Chlorospatha sizemoreae found?
Central America
Species in the Chlorospatha genus
Chlorospatha amalfiensis,
Chlorospatha antioquiensis,
Chlorospatha betancurii,
Chlorospatha callejasii,
Chlorospatha cogolloi,
Chlorospatha luteynii,
Chlorospatha macphersonii,
Chlorospatha nicolsonii,
Chlorospatha feuersteiniae,
Chlorospatha hastifolia,
Chlorospatha atropurpurea,
Chlorospatha besseae,
Chlorospatha castula,
Chlorospatha corrugata,
Chlorospatha croatiana,
Chlorospatha cutucuensis,
Chlorospatha dodsonii,
Chlorospatha gentryi,
Chlorospatha hammeliana,
Chlorospatha ilensis,
Chlorospatha kolbii,
Chlorospatha kressii,
Chlorospatha lehmannii,
Chlorospatha longipoda,
Chlorospatha mirabilis,
Chlorospatha bogneri,
Chlorospatha planadensis,
Chlorospatha ricaurtensis,
Chlorospatha munchiquensis,
Chlorospatha bayae,
Chlorospatha boosii,
Chlorospatha bullata,
Chlorospatha caldasensis,
Chlorospatha caliensis,
Chlorospatha carchiensis,
Chlorospatha cedralensis,
Chlorospatha chocoensis,
Chlorospatha congensis,
Chlorospatha engleri,
Chlorospatha giraldoi,
Chlorospatha grayumii,
Chlorospatha hannoniae,
Chlorospatha hastata,
Chlorospatha huilensis,
Chlorospatha jaramilloi,
Chlorospatha limonensis,
Chlorospatha litensis,
Chlorospatha longiloba,
Chlorospatha maculata,
Chlorospatha mansellii,
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,