Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
eggersii
ID:
335394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Engl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23E: 56 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334726

Common Names

  • Xanthosoma Eggersii
  • Elephant Ear
  • Lime Zinger

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Description

Xanthosoma eggersii (also called 'Variegated Elephant Ear' or 'Elephant Ear', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves with variegated veins and can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthosoma eggersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Xanthosoma eggersii are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthosoma eggersii is a tropical perennial plant that is propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist to ensure successful rooting. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers or directly into the garden.

Where to Find Xanthosoma eggersii

Xanthosoma eggersii is native to Central America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Xanthosoma eggersii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthosoma eggersii?

Xanthosoma eggersii

What is the common name of Xanthosoma eggersii?

Eggers' Elephant's Ear

What type of plant is Xanthosoma eggersii?

Tuberous perennial

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

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:269312-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.