Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
angosturense
ID:
1333963

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 39: 54 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346417

Common Names

  • Philodendron angosturense
  • Angostura Philodendron
  • Angostura's Philodendron

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Description

Philodendron angosturense (also called 'Angostura Philodendron', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron angosturense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philodendron angosturense has large, glossy, dark green leaves with a creamy white midrib. The flowers are greenish-white and the seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin, delicate stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron angosturense can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the stem tips and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The root ball should be carefully divided into sections and each section replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Philodendron angosturense

Philodendron angosturense is native to Venezuela.

Philodendron angosturense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron angosturense?

Philodendron angosturense

What type of plant is Philodendron angosturense?

Philodendron angosturense is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family.

Where is Philodendron angosturense native to?

Philodendron angosturense is native to Colombia.

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77157361-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.