Anthurium superbum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Madison
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 94 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233315
Common Names
- Anthurium Superbum
- Superbum Anthurium
- Superbum's Anthurium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthurium superbum (also called Superb Anthurium, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has large, showy red flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade.
Uses & Benefits
Anthurium superbum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it has a beautiful white flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its bark and flowers have various medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthurium superbum sub. superbumAnthurium superbum sub. brentberlinii Croat
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthurium superbum is bright red and heart-shaped, with 3-4 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval capsule, containing several seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthurium superbum is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers well-drained, acidic soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Anthurium superbum
Anthurium superbum is native to Colombia.
Anthurium superbum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthurium superbum?
Anthurium superbum
What is the natural habitat of Anthurium superbum?
It is native to Central and South America.
What is the size of Anthurium superbum?
It can grow up to 1 meter tall.
Species in the Anthurium genus
Anthurium acaule, Anthurium acutangulum, Anthurium acutifolium, Anthurium acutissimum, Anthurium acutum, Anthurium aduncum, Anthurium affine, Anthurium agnatum, Anthurium alatipedunculatum, Anthurium alatum, Anthurium albidum, Anthurium albispatha, Anthurium albovirescens, Anthurium alegriasense, Anthurium alticola, Anthurium amnicola, Anthurium amoenum, Anthurium anceps, Anthurium andicola, Anthurium andinum, Anthurium andraeanum, Anthurium andreslovinense, Anthurium angosturense, Anthurium angustatum, Anthurium angustilaminatum, Anthurium angustilobum, Anthurium angustisectum, Anthurium angustispadix, Anthurium anorianum, Anthurium antioquiense, Anthurium antonioanum, Anthurium antrophyoides, Anthurium apaporanum, Anthurium argyrostachyum, Anthurium aripoense, Anthurium arisaemoides, Anthurium aristatum, Anthurium armeniense, Anthurium aroense, Anthurium asplundii, Anthurium atropurpureum, Anthurium atroviride, Anthurium augustinum, Anthurium aureum, Anthurium auritum, Anthurium austin-smithii, Anthurium bakeri, Anthurium balaoanum, Anthurium balslevii, Anthurium barbacoasense,
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
Michael T. Madison (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Madison' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:15741-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.