Xanthosoma acutiloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutiloba
ID:
1272269
Status:
valid
Authors:
Croat & Delannay
Source:
tro
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Aroideana 40: 66 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271607
Common Names
- Xanthosoma acutiloba
- Acutiloba Xanthosoma
- Sharp-Tipped Xanthosoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthosoma acutiloba (also called Acute-leaved xanthosoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is an herbaceous perennial with lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, where it grows in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthosoma acutiloba is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care. It is also used in landscaping as a groundcover, in hanging baskets, and as a potted plant. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xanthosoma acutiloba is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two, long, pointed cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthosoma acutiloba is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
Where to Find Xanthosoma acutiloba
Xanthosoma acutiloba can be found in tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.
Xanthosoma acutiloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthosoma acutiloba?
Xanthosoma acutiloba
What type of plant is Xanthosoma acutiloba?
A flowering plant
Where is Xanthosoma acutiloba found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Xanthosoma genus
Xanthosoma akkermansii, Xanthosoma aristeguietae, Xanthosoma auriculatum, Xanthosoma bayo, Xanthosoma belophyllum, Xanthosoma bilineatum, Xanthosoma bolivaranum, Xanthosoma brasiliense, Xanthosoma brevispathaceum, Xanthosoma caladioides, Xanthosoma caracu, Xanthosoma caulotuberculatum, Xanthosoma conspurcatum, Xanthosoma contractum, Xanthosoma cordatum, Xanthosoma cordifolium, Xanthosoma cubense, Xanthosoma daguense, Xanthosoma dealbatum, Xanthosoma eggersii, Xanthosoma exiguum, Xanthosoma flavomaculatum, Xanthosoma fractum, Xanthosoma granvillei, Xanthosoma helleborifolium, Xanthosoma hylaeae, Xanthosoma longilobum, Xanthosoma mafaffoides, Xanthosoma maroae, Xanthosoma maximiliani, Xanthosoma mendozae, Xanthosoma mexicanum, Xanthosoma nitidum, Xanthosoma orinocense, Xanthosoma pariense, Xanthosoma peltatum, Xanthosoma pentaphyllum, Xanthosoma platylobum, Xanthosoma plowmanii, Xanthosoma poeppigii, Xanthosoma pottii, Xanthosoma pubescens, Xanthosoma riedelianum, Xanthosoma riparium, Xanthosoma robustum, Xanthosoma sagittifolium, Xanthosoma saguasense, Xanthosoma stenospathum, Xanthosoma striatipes, Xanthosoma striolatum,
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
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Xavier Delannay: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delannay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77173792-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.