Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
poecile
ID:
1317075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schott) E.G.Gonç.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 35: 35 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329529

Common Names

  • Poecile Xanthosoma
  • Xanthosoma poecile
  • Xanthosoma poecile Xanthosoma

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Description

Xanthosoma poecile (also called Poecile, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, and in open areas. It has a tufted habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthosoma poecile is used as a food crop and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthosoma poecile has yellow-green, fragrant flowers with a white lip. The seed is a small, brown, round nutlet. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthosoma poecile is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady forests. It is native to Central America and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Xanthosoma poecile

Xanthosoma poecile is native to Colombia.

Xanthosoma poecile FAQ

What is the common name of Xanthosoma poecile?

Poecile Xanthosoma

What type of soil is best for Xanthosoma poecile?

Well-draining, sandy soil

What is the ideal temperature range for Xanthosoma poecile?

50-70°F (10-21°C)

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

Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
Eduardo G. Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Gonç.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60459984-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.