Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longivaginatus
ID:
282023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alderw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 1: 380 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281355

Common Names

  • Pothos longivaginatus
  • Long-sheath Pothos
  • Long-sheath-leaf Pothos

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Description

Pothos longivaginatus (also called Long-sheathed Pothos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 10 meters tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pothos longivaginatus is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used as a hanging plant, or as a ground cover in a shady area. It is also a good choice for terrariums and vivariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pothos longivaginatus has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pothos longivaginatus can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle and grown on in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Pothos longivaginatus

Pothos longivaginatus is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pothos longivaginatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pothos longivaginatus?

Pothos longivaginatus

What is the common name of Pothos longivaginatus?

Pothos

What is the natural habitat of Pothos longivaginatus?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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,