Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
cotapatense
ID:
799520

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & Acebey

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 93 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000798854

Common Names

  • Philodendron Cotapatense
  • Cotapata Philodendron
  • Cotapata Elephant Ear

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Description

Philodendron cotapatense (also called Cotapata Philodendron, among many other common names) is a climbing vine that grows up to 10 meters long. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron cotapatense is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron cotapatense is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, dark green plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron cotapatense is a tropical plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune the plant regularly to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Philodendron cotapatense

Philodendron cotapatense is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is found in moist forests and on hillsides.

Philodendron cotapatense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron cotapatense?

Philodendron cotapatense

What is the common name of Philodendron cotapatense?

Cotapata Philodendron

What is the natural habitat of Philodendron cotapatense?

Tropical and subtropical regions of 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.
Amparo Acebey (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acebey' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60438318-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.