Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
schmidtiae
ID:
1269931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & Cerón

Source:
tro

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 36E(1): 60 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269269

Common Names

  • Philodendron Schmidtiae
  • Schmidtiae Philodendron
  • Philodendron

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Description

Philodendron schmidtiae (also called Schmidt's philodendron, among many other common names) is a species of philodendron in the family Araceae. It is a climbing or epiphytic plant that grows in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Philodendron schmidtiae is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Philodendron schmidtiae is small, yellowish-green in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped drupe. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philodendron schmidtiae can be propagated by division or by spore. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Spores should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once established, Philodendron schmidtiae should be grown in a shady position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Philodendron schmidtiae

Philodendron schmidtiae is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela.

Philodendron schmidtiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philodendron schmidtiae?

Philodendron schmidtiae

What is the common name of Philodendron schmidtiae?

Schmidt's Philodendron

What is the natural habitat of Philodendron schmidtiae?

It is native to Colombia.

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.
Carlos E. Cerón (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cerón' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135402-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.