Peltandra virginica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Melet. Bot. : 19 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266706
Common Names
- Peltandra virginica
- Virginica Peltandra
- Virginica Arrow-arum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Peltandra virginica (also called Green Arrow Arum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It grows in wet habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Peltandra virginica is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peltandra virginica is a yellow-green color, with a yellow center, and a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peltandra virginica is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a sunny location and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Peltandra virginica
Peltandra virginica is native to North America. It can be found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.
Peltandra virginica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peltandra virginica?
Peltandra virginica
What type of plant is Peltandra virginica?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae.
Where is Peltandra virginica found?
It is native to the eastern United States and eastern Canada.
Species in the Peltandra genus
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87608-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.