Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
638210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 17: 41 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637542

Common Names

  • Acuminata Asplundia
  • Asplundia Acuminata
  • Acuminata Orchid

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Description

Asplundia acuminata (also called Acuminate Asplundia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas. It has large, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green in color and can reach up to 60 cm in length. The flowers are small and white and have three petals.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Asplundia acuminata are small, white and fragrant. Seed: The seeds of Asplundia acuminata are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Asplundia acuminata are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia acuminata is an evergreen perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Asplundia acuminata

Asplundia acuminata is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Asplundia acuminata FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Asplundia acuminata?

Asplundia acuminata prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best soil for Asplundia acuminata?

Asplundia acuminata prefers a well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.

How much light does Asplundia acuminata need?

Asplundia acuminata prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Asplundia genus

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275691: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.