Argythamnia stahlii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stahlii
ID:
269441
Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 1: 336 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268773
Common Names
- Argythamnia stahlii
- Stahlii Argythamnia
- Stahlii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argythamnia stahlii (also called 'Stahl's Argythamnia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, with large, glossy, heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 30 cm long. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in tropical rainforests, growing on trees and rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Argythamnia stahlii is an ornamental plant that is often used in hanging baskets and as a ground cover. It has large, leathery leaves and can tolerate low light levels. It is also known for its air-purifying qualities and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argythamnia stahlii is a yellow spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are usually light green with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argythamnia stahlii can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It is a low-maintenance plant that prefers bright, indirect light and moist soil. It is best to allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Argythamnia stahlii
Argythamnia stahlii can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Argythamnia stahlii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argythamnia stahlii?
Argythamnia stahlii
What is the common name of Argythamnia stahlii?
Stahl's argythamnia
What type of plant is Argythamnia stahlii?
It is a shrub
Species in the Argythamnia genus
Argythamnia acutangula, Argythamnia argentea, Argythamnia argyraea, Argythamnia candicans, Argythamnia coatepensis, Argythamnia cubensis, Argythamnia ecdyomena, Argythamnia haplostigma, Argythamnia heteropilosa, Argythamnia lottiae, Argythamnia lucayana, Argythamnia lundellii, Argythamnia microphylla, Argythamnia moorei, Argythamnia oblongifolia, Argythamnia proctorii, Argythamnia sericea, Argythamnia sitiens, Argythamnia stahlii, Argythamnia tinctoria, Argythamnia wheeleri, Argythamnia ingramii, Argythamnia silviae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-15173: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.