Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
melanochrysum
ID:
269475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden & André

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. 20: 198 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268807

Common Names

  • Philodendron melanochrysum
  • Melanochrysum Philodendron
  • Melanochrysum

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Description

Philodendron melanochrysum (also called Melanochrysum Philodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial climber with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is commonly found in rainforests and other humid, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron melanochrysum is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant to improve air quality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron melanochrysum is a small, yellow-green spathe with a white spadix. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron melanochrysum is an evergreen, climbing vine that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers a warm, humid environment and does best in bright, indirect light. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer. Place the cuttings in a pot with moist soil and keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Philodendron melanochrysum

Philodendron melanochrysum can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Philodendron melanochrysum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron melanochrysum?

Philodendron melanochrysum

What is the common name of Philodendron melanochrysum?

Melanochrysum philodendron

What type of plant is Philodendron melanochrysum?

It is a climbing plant

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

Édouard André (1840-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'André' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:87882-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.