Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
amargalense
ID:
491326

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & M.M.Mora

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 27: 115 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490658

Common Names

  • Philodendron amargalense
  • Amargalense Philodendron
  • Amargalense Heartleaf

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Description

Philodendron amargalense (also called Amargal Philodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Mexico and can be found in humid forests. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron amargalense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philodendron amargalense has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron amargalense is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Philodendron amargalense

Philodendron amargalense is native to Mexico and can be found in the forests of the country.

Philodendron amargalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron amargalense?

Philodendron amargalense

What is the common name of Philodendron amargalense?

Amargalense

What is the natural habitat of Philodendron amargalense?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,

References

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Martha Marcela Mora (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mora' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60436412-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.