Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
purpureomaculatum
ID:
1275296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & L.P.Hannon

Source:
tro

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 40: 351 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274634

Common Names

  • Xanthosoma Purpureomaculatum
  • Xanthosoma
  • Purpureomaculatum

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Description

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum (also called Purple-Spotted Xanthosoma, among many other common names) is a species of herb in the family Araceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in habitats such as tropical rainforests and deciduous forests. It has dark green, lanceolate leaves with purple spots and white flowers. The stems are erect and branched, and the fruits are ovoid.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum FAQ

What are the common names for Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum?

Purple-spotted Xanthosoma

What are the uses of Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum?

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Where is Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum found?

Xanthosoma purpureomaculatum is found in India, Nepal, and other parts of Southeast Asia.

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.
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:77173936-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.