Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat
Source:
tro
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Aroideana 39: 155 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282061
Common Names
- Philodendron lynnhannoniae
- Lynn Hannon's Philodendron
- Philodendron Plant
Description
Philodendron lynnhannoniae (also called 'Lynnhannon's Philodendron', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Colombia. It grows to a height of up to 1.2 m and has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is found in dry sclerophyll forest, woodland and heathland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Philodendron lynnhannoniae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Philodendron lynnhannoniae has white flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, slender stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philodendron lynnhannoniae is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Philodendron lynnhannoniae
Philodendron lynnhannoniae is native to Colombia and is found in wet forests at elevations of 500-1,500 meters.
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,