Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
638665

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Duchass. ex Griseb.) Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 17: 42 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637997

Common Names

  • Asplundia insignis
  • Insignis Asplundia
  • Fragrant Asplundia

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Synonyms

  • Carludovica caribaea Cowell [unknown]
  • Carludovica insignis Duchass. ex Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Asplundia insignis (also called Asplundia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and it grows in wet forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundia insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with a yellow hue. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Small, green seedlings with a yellow hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundia insignis is a small, evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is best grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagate by taking semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by layering in spring.

Where to Find Asplundia insignis

Asplundia insignis can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Asplundia insignis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Asplundia insignis?

Asplundia insignis prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

What type of light does Asplundia insignis need?

Asplundia insignis prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Asplundia insignis?

Water Asplundia insignis when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-275734: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.
Édouard Placide Duchassaing de Fontbressin (1819-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duchass.' in the authors string.