Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
dioscoreoides
ID:
269243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gleason

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 56: 12 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268575

Common Names

  • Philodendron Dioscoreoides
  • Dioscoreoides Philodendron
  • Dioscoreoides Plant

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Description

Philodendron dioscoreoides (also called 'Dioscoreoides 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 dioscoreoides 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 dioscoreoides 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 dioscoreoides 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 dioscoreoides

Philodendron dioscoreoides is native to Colombia.

Philodendron dioscoreoides FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron dioscoreoides?

Philodendron dioscoreoides prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Philodendron dioscoreoides?

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

How much light does Philodendron dioscoreoides need?

Philodendron dioscoreoides 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

Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:193016-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.