Xanthosoma narinoense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
narinoense
ID:
837849
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bogner & L.P.Hannon
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 37: 331 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837184
Common Names
- Xanthosoma Narinoense
- Narinoense Narino Xanthosoma
- Narinoense Narino
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthosoma narinoense (also called 'Narino Xanthosoma', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Colombia. It grows in grassy woodlands and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthosoma narinoense is used as an ornamental plant, in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds, and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xanthosoma narinoense is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthosoma narinoense is a perennial herb native to tropical America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Xanthosoma narinoense
Xanthosoma narinoense is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.
Xanthosoma narinoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthosoma narinoense?
Xanthosoma narinoense
Where is Xanthosoma narinoense found?
Xanthosoma narinoense is found in Colombia.
What is the growth habit of Xanthosoma narinoense?
Xanthosoma narinoense is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height.
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
Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Lynn P. Hannon (1948-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Hannon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77086185-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.