Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
caranoense
ID:
1325420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat, Edwin Trujillo & Marco Correa

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 36E(1): 31 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337874

Common Names

  • Philodendron caranoense
  • Carano Philodendron
  • Carano-Philodendron

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Description

Philodendron caranoense (also called Carano philodendron, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America. It grows in tropical forests, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron caranoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Philodendron caranoense are small and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron caranoense is an epiphytic aroid native to the cloud forests of Peru. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, medium-grade potting mix. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings.

Where to Find Philodendron caranoense

Philodendron caranoense can be found in Central and South America.

Philodendron caranoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron caranoense?

Philodendron caranoense

What type of plant is Philodendron caranoense?

It is a tropical plant.

Where is Philodendron caranoense native to?

It 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.
Marco Correa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marco Correa' in the authors string.
Edwin Trujillo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Edwin Trujillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135389-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.