Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
densivenium
ID:
269238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 37: 132 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268570

Common Names

  • Philodendron Densivenium
  • Densivenium Philodendron
  • Densivenium Plant

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Description

Philodendron densivenium (also called 'Densivenium philodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru and is found in tropical rainforests. It is a climbing plant with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It has a velvety texture and can reach up to 3 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron densivenium is a popular houseplant and is known for its air-purifying qualities. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to create a tropical look. It is also known for its ability to tolerate low light and is easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron densivenium is a small, white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, long, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron densivenium can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Philodendron densivenium

Philodendron densivenium is native to Colombia.

Philodendron densivenium FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron densivenium?

Philodendron densivenium prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Philodendron densivenium?

Philodendron densivenium prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Philodendron densivenium need?

Philodendron densivenium prefers bright, indirect light.

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193014-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.