Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
vermiculare
ID:
567676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Mears

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Taxon 31(1): 113 (1982):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567008



Common Names

  • Blutaparon vermiculare
  • Vermiculate Blutaparon
  • Vermiculate False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Lithophila vermicularis Uline [unknown]
  • Philoxerus aggregatus Kunth [unknown]
  • Philoxerus vermicularis (L.) Sm. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes vermicularis (L.) Eaton [unknown]
  • Blutaparon brevifolium Raf. [unknown]
  • Blutaparon repens Raf. [unknown]
  • Caraxeron vermicularis (L.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Cruzeta vermicularis (L.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Gomphrena aggregata Willd. [unknown]
  • Gomphrena vermicularis L. [unknown]
  • Illecebrum vermiculatum (L.) L. [unknown]
  • Iresine aggregata Moq. [unknown]
  • Iresine vermicularis (L.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Achyranthes vermicularis (L.) Elliott [unknown]
  • Iresine crassifolia Moq. [unknown]
  • Philoxerus crassifolius Kunth [unknown]
  • Cruzeta crassifolia Maza [unknown]
  • Blutaparon breviflorum Raf. [unknown]
  • Blutaparon vermiculare vermiculare [unknown]

Description

Blutaparon vermiculare (also called 'Fiddle-Leaf Philodendron', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blutaparon vermiculare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Blutaparon vermiculare var. longispicatum (Moq.) Mears

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blutaparon vermiculare is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blutaparon vermiculare is a small, perennial herb native to Brazil. It prefers a warm, sunny position and a well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or from seed.

Where to Find Blutaparon vermiculare

Blutaparon vermiculare is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Blutaparon vermiculare FAQ

What type of soil is best for Blutaparon vermiculare?

Blutaparon vermiculare prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Blutaparon vermiculare need?

Blutaparon vermiculare prefers partial shade.

How often should Blutaparon vermiculare be watered?

Blutaparon vermiculare should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2677712: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
James Austin Mears (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mears' in the authors string.