Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Aroideana 37E(1): 30 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339646
Common Names
- Alanbrantii Philodendron
- Fiddle-Leaf Philodendron
- Elephant Ear Philodendron
Description
Philodendron alanbrantii (also called Alanbrant's Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the eastern Himalayas and is found in moist forests at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Philodendron alanbrantii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Philodendron alanbrantii has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in clusters in the spring. The flowers are followed by small, woody capsules that contain the seeds. The seedlings of Philodendron alanbrantii are small and have a single, slender stem with two rows of short, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philodendron alanbrantii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by seed or division.
Where to Find Philodendron alanbrantii
Philodendron alanbrantii is found in South America, in the countries of Colombia and Ecuador.
Philodendron alanbrantii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Philodendron alanbrantii?
Philodendron alanbrantii
What type of plant is Philodendron alanbrantii?
Philodendron alanbrantii is a type of aroid plant.
Where does Philodendron alanbrantii grow?
Philodendron alanbrantii grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Philodendron genus
Philodendron acreanum,
Philodendron acuminatissimum,
Philodendron acutifolium,
Philodendron adhatodifolium,
Philodendron advena,
Philodendron aemulum,
Philodendron alatum,
Philodendron albisuccus,
Philodendron alliodorum,
Philodendron alternans,
Philodendron alticola,
Philodendron altomacaense,
Philodendron amplisinum,
Philodendron ampullaceum,
Philodendron anaadu,
Philodendron angustialatum,
Philodendron angustilobum,
Philodendron angustisectum,
Philodendron anisotomum,
Philodendron annulatum,
Philodendron antonioanum,
Philodendron appendiculatum,
Philodendron applanatum,
Philodendron appunii,
Philodendron aristeguietae,
Philodendron aromaticum,
Philodendron atabapoense,
Philodendron aurantiifolium,
Philodendron auriculatum,
Philodendron auritum,
Philodendron auyantepuiense,
Philodendron azulitense,
Philodendron bahiense,
Philodendron bakeri,
Philodendron balaoanum,
Philodendron barrosoanum,
Philodendron basii,
Philodendron basivaginatum,
Philodendron benitezii,
Philodendron billietiae,
Philodendron bipennifolium,
Philodendron biribiriense,
Philodendron blanchetianum,
Philodendron bogotense,
Philodendron borgesii,
Philodendron brandii,
Philodendron brandtianum,
Philodendron breedlovei,
Philodendron brenesii,
Philodendron brevispathum,
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,