Pothos clavatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Tosc. Ortic. 4: 266 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281262
Common Names
- Pothos clavatus
- Club-shaped Pothos
- Club-shaped-leaf Pothos
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pothos clavatus (also called Club-shaped Pothos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady habitats. It is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pothos clavatus is a popular houseplant used for its attractive foliage and low-maintenance care. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can be used to create a natural privacy screen or to add texture and color to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pothos clavatus 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pothos clavatus 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 clavatus
Pothos clavatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Pothos clavatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pothos clavatus?
Pothos clavatus
What is the common name of Pothos clavatus?
Club-shaped Pothos
What is the natural habitat of Pothos clavatus?
Dry forests and scrublands
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,
References
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:88186-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.