Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
pseudauriculatum
ID:
269577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 84: 498 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268909

Common Names

  • Philodendron pseudauriculatum
  • Pseudauriculatum Philodendron
  • Pseudauriculatum

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Description

Philodendron pseudauriculatum (also called False-ear Philodendron, among many other common names) is a climbing plant with heart-shaped leaves. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical forests and moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron pseudauriculatum is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to purify the air in homes and offices.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron pseudauriculatum is a small, white spathe. The seed is a small, black, shiny, smooth-surfaced berry. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Philodendron pseudauriculatum

Philodendron pseudauriculatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Philodendron pseudauriculatum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Philodendron pseudauriculatum?

Philodendron pseudauriculatum prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

How much sunlight does Philodendron pseudauriculatum need?

Philodendron pseudauriculatum prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

What type of soil is best for Philodendron pseudauriculatum?

Philodendron pseudauriculatum prefers a well-draining, peat-based soil mix.

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:314449-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.