Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
scherberichii
ID:
837193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & M.M.Mora

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37: 321 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836528

Common Names

  • Philodendron scherberichii
  • Scherberichii Philodendron
  • Philodendron

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Description

Philodendron scherberichii (also called Scherberich's Philodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron scherberichii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Philodendron scherberichii flower is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron scherberichii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Philodendron scherberichii

Philodendron scherberichii can be found in Colombia.

Philodendron scherberichii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron scherberichii?

Philodendron scherberichii

What is the natural habitat of Philodendron scherberichii?

It is found in the tropical rainforest of Colombia

What is the flowering period of Philodendron scherberichii?

It flowers from April to June

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:77086182-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.