Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
longirrhizum
ID:
838417

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.M.Mora & Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37: 541 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837752

Common Names

  • Philodendron longirrhizum
  • Longirrhizum Philodendron
  • Longirrhizum's Philodendron

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Description

Philodendron longirrhizum (also called Long-rooted Philodendron, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is found in Colombia, and it prefers humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron longirrhizum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Philodendron longirrhizum has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron longirrhizum is a small, evergreen vine with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South America and grows best in partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Division should be done in the spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Philodendron longirrhizum

Philodendron longirrhizum is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

Philodendron longirrhizum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron longirrhizum?

Philodendron longirrhizum

What is the common name of Philodendron longirrhizum?

Longirrhizum

What is the natural habitat of Philodendron longirrhizum?

Tropical rainforests

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.
Martha Marcela Mora (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mora' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77087061-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.