Status:
valid
Authors:
Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Aroideae : 24 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281236
Common Names
- Pothos barberianus
- Barber's Pothos
- Barber's-leaf Pothos
Description
Pothos barberianus (also called 'Barber's Pothos', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It has a climbing growth habit and grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in wet savannas, grasslands, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Pothos barberianus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pothos barberianus is a yellowish-white color and has a pleasant scent. The seed of this plant is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pothos barberianus can be propagated through stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cutting should be kept in a warm, humid environment and given plenty of light and regular watering.
Where to Find Pothos barberianus
Pothos barberianus is native to Colombia and can be found in the Valle del Cauca Department.
Pothos barberianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pothos barberianus?
Pothos barberianus
What is the natural habitat of Pothos barberianus?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Pothos barberianus?
Barberianus Pothos, Barberianus Potho
Species in the Pothos genus
Pothos armatus,
Pothos atropurpurascens,
Pothos barberianus,
Pothos beccarianus,
Pothos brassii,
Pothos brevistylus,
Pothos brevivaginatus,
Pothos chinensis,
Pothos clavatus,
Pothos crassipedunculatus,
Pothos curtisii,
Pothos cuspidatus,
Pothos cylindricus,
Pothos dolichophyllus,
Pothos dzui,
Pothos englerianus,
Pothos falcifolius,
Pothos gigantipes,
Pothos gracillimus,
Pothos grandis,
Pothos hellwigii,
Pothos hookeri,
Pothos inaequilaterus,
Pothos insignis,
Pothos junghuhnii,
Pothos keralensis,
Pothos kerrii,
Pothos kingii,
Pothos lancifolius,
Pothos leptostachyus,
Pothos longipes,
Pothos longivaginatus,
Pothos luzonensis,
Pothos macrocephalus,
Pothos mirabilis,
Pothos mottleyanus,
Pothos ovatifolius,
Pothos oxyphyllus,
Pothos papuanus,
Pothos parvispadix,
Pothos philippinensis,
Pothos pilulifer,
Pothos polystachyus,
Pothos remotiflorus,
Pothos repens,
Pothos roxburghii,
Pothos salicifolius,
Pothos scandens,
Pothos tener,
Pothos thomsonianus,
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,