Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
colombianum
ID:
269187

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 121 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268519

Common Names

  • Philodendron Colombianum
  • Colombian Philodendron
  • Colombian Plant

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Description

Philodendron colombianum (also called Colombian Philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is an evergreen, perennial, climber with large, glossy, leathery, ovate leaves. It grows in tropical rainforests, in areas with high humidity and moderate temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron colombianum is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage. It can be used as a groundcover or a climber, and it is also suitable for terrariums and hanging baskets. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron colombianum is a small, yellow-green spathe with a white spadix. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white, fleshy aril. The seedling is a small, heart-shaped leaf with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Philodendron colombianum

Philodendron colombianum is native to Colombia.

Philodendron colombianum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron colombianum?

Philodendron colombianum prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the ideal light for Philodendron colombianum?

Philodendron colombianum prefers bright indirect light.

How often should I water Philodendron colombianum?

Philodendron colombianum 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

Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193000-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.