Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
auyantepuiense
ID:
269120

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.Bunting

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 2: 142 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268452

Common Names

  • Philodendron auyantepuiense
  • Auyantepuiense Philodendron
  • Auyantepuiense

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Description

Philodendron auyantepuiense (also called Auyantepui Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a climbing plant, with leaves that are usually dark green, glossy, and oval in shape. It is native to the Caribbean, South America, and Central America, and is found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron auyantepuiense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used as a groundcover, as it grows quickly and can be used to cover large areas. The plant is also known to be an air purifier, as it can absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Philodendron auyantepuiense flower is a white spathe that is usually about 4 inches long. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron auyantepuiense is a vining plant native to Venezuela. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or air layering.

Where to Find Philodendron auyantepuiense

Philodendron auyantepuiense is native to the tropical forests of Venezuela. It can be found in the wild in the Auyantepui region of the Venezuelan Amazon.

Philodendron auyantepuiense FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Philodendron auyantepuiense?

Philodendron auyantepuiense prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Philodendron auyantepuiense need?

Philodendron auyantepuiense prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Philodendron auyantepuiense?

Philodendron auyantepuiense should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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

George Sydney Bunting (1927-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Bunting' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192972-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.