Status:
valid
Authors:
Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Aroideae 1: 2 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312017
Common Names
- Spathiphyllum humboldtii
- Humboldt's Spathiphyllum
- Humboldt's-Leaf Spathiphyllum
Description
Spathiphyllum humboldtii (also called 'Humboldt's Spathiphyllum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, white flowers and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Spathiphyllum humboldtii is often used as an ornamental plant, as it is known for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also known for its air-purifying qualities, as it can help to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Spathiphyllum humboldtii has white flowers with yellow anthers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Spathiphyllum humboldtii can be propagated from stem cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in moist soil. Division is done by carefully separating the rootball into two or more sections and planting them in separate pots. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Spathiphyllum humboldtii
Spathiphyllum humboldtii can be found in the tropical rainforest of Colombia.
Spathiphyllum humboldtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spathiphyllum humboldtii?
Spathiphyllum humboldtii
What type of plant is Spathiphyllum humboldtii?
Evergreen perennial
What is the growth habit of Spathiphyllum humboldtii?
Clumping
Species in the Spathiphyllum genus
Spathiphyllum atrovirens,
Spathiphyllum bariense,
Spathiphyllum blandum,
Spathiphyllum brevirostre,
Spathiphyllum cannifolium,
Spathiphyllum cochlearispathum,
Spathiphyllum commutatum,
Spathiphyllum cuspidatum,
Spathiphyllum floribundum,
Spathiphyllum friedrichsthalii,
Spathiphyllum fulvovirens,
Spathiphyllum gardneri,
Spathiphyllum gracile,
Spathiphyllum grandifolium,
Spathiphyllum grazielae,
Spathiphyllum humboldtii,
Spathiphyllum jejunum,
Spathiphyllum juninense,
Spathiphyllum kalbreyeri,
Spathiphyllum laeve,
Spathiphyllum lancaefolium,
Spathiphyllum lechlerianum,
Spathiphyllum maguirei,
Spathiphyllum matudae,
Spathiphyllum mawarinumae,
Spathiphyllum minor,
Spathiphyllum monachinoi,
Spathiphyllum montanum,
Spathiphyllum neblinae,
Spathiphyllum ortgiesii,
Spathiphyllum patini,
Spathiphyllum patulinervum,
Spathiphyllum perezii,
Spathiphyllum phryniifolium,
Spathiphyllum quindiuense,
Spathiphyllum schlechteri,
Spathiphyllum schomburgkii,
Spathiphyllum silvicola,
Spathiphyllum solomonense,
Spathiphyllum tenerum,
Spathiphyllum uspanapaensis,
Spathiphyllum wallisii,
Spathiphyllum wendlandii,
Spathiphyllum zetekianum,
Spathiphyllum dressleri,
Spathiphyllum barbourii,
Spathiphyllum brent-berlinii,
Spathiphyllum buntingianum,
Spathiphyllum diazii,
Spathiphyllum pygmaeum,
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,