Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
altissimus
ID:
307878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alderw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 4: 346 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307210

Common Names

  • Scindapsus altissimus
  • Altissimus Scindapsus
  • Scindapsus

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Description

Scindapsus altissimus (also called Tall Scindapsus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a climbing vine, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests. It is also found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Scindapsus altissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scindapsus altissimus flower is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scindapsus altissimus is a species of palm tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing, solitary palm that can reach up to 10 m (33 ft) in height. It is a popular ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and parks. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the suckers that form at the base of the trunk. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Scindapsus altissimus

Scindapsus altissimus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Scindapsus altissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scindapsus altissimus?

Scindapsus altissimus

What are the common names of Scindapsus altissimus?

Tall Scindapsus, Tall Arum

What is the natural habitat of Scindapsus altissimus?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands, often near streams, in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Scindapsus genus

Scindapsus alpinus, Scindapsus altissimus, Scindapsus beccarii, Scindapsus carolinensis, Scindapsus coriaceus, Scindapsus crassipes, Scindapsus curranii, Scindapsus cuscuaria, Scindapsus cuscuarioides, Scindapsus falcifolius, Scindapsus geniculatus, Scindapsus glaucescens, Scindapsus grandifolius, Scindapsus hederaceus, Scindapsus javanicus, Scindapsus latifolius, Scindapsus longipes, Scindapsus longistipitatus, Scindapsus lucens, Scindapsus maclurei, Scindapsus mamilliferus, Scindapsus marantifolius, Scindapsus officinalis, Scindapsus perakensis, Scindapsus pictus, Scindapsus roseus, Scindapsus rupestris, Scindapsus salomoniensis, Scindapsus schlechteri, Scindapsus scortechinii, Scindapsus splendidus, Scindapsus subcordatus, Scindapsus suffruticosus, Scindapsus sumatranus, Scindapsus treubii, Scindapsus kinabaluensis,

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,