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    1. Anthurium is a genus of about 1000 species of flowering plants native to the Americas, ranging from Mexico to Argentina. 2. Anthurium plants are often grown as epiphytes or terrestrial plants with variable leaves. They bear small flowers contained in dense spirals on a spadix structure. 3. Anthurium was first brought to Hawaii from London in 1889 and became a major ornamental export for Hawaii, peaking at 2.5 million dozen flowers annually. It is commonly grown as an ornamental houseplant or in floral displays.

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    1. Anthurium is a genus of about 1000 species of flowering plants native to the Americas, ranging from Mexico to Argentina. 2. Anthurium plants are often grown as epiphytes or terrestrial plants with variable leaves. They bear small flowers contained in dense spirals on a spadix structure. 3. Anthurium was first brought to Hawaii from London in 1889 and became a major ornamental export for Hawaii, peaking at 2.5 million dozen flowers annually. It is commonly grown as an ornamental houseplant or in floral displays.

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    1. Anthurium is a genus of about 1000 species of flowering plants native to the Americas, ranging from Mexico to Argentina. 2. Anthurium plants are often grown as epiphytes or terrestrial plants with variable leaves. They bear small flowers contained in dense spirals on a spadix structure. 3. Anthurium was first brought to Hawaii from London in 1889 and became a major ornamental export for Hawaii, peaking at 2.5 million dozen flowers annually. It is commonly grown as an ornamental houseplant or in floral displays.

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    Anthurium

    Anthurium

    Anthurium sp.

    Scientific classification

    Kingdom: Plantae

    Clade: Angiosperms

    Clade: Monocots

    Order: Alismatales

    Family: Araceae

    Subfamily: Pothoideae

    Tribe: Anthurieae

    Genus: Anthurium
    Schott
    Species

    See list of species

    Synonyms[1]

     Podospadix Raf.

     Strepsanthera Raf.

    Anthurium (/ænˈθjuːriəm/;[2] Schott, 1829), is a genus of about 1000[3][4] species of flowering plants,
    the largest genus of the arum family, Araceae.[3] General common names
    include anthurium, tailflower, flamingo flower,[5] and laceleaf.[6][7][8]
    The genus is native to the Americas, where it is distributed from northern Mexico to
    northern Argentina and parts of the Caribbean.[9]

    Description and biology[edit]


    Anthurium is a genus of herbs often growing as epiphytes on other plants. Some are terrestrial. The
    leaves are often clustered and are variable in shape. The inflorescence bears small flowers which
    are perfect, containing male and female structures. The flowers are contained in dense spirals on
    the spadix. The spadix is often elongated into a spike shape, but it can be globe-shaped or club-
    shaped. Beneath the spadix is the spathe, a type of bract. This is variable in shape, as well, but it is
    lance-shaped in many species. It may extend out flat or in a curve. Sometimes it covers the spadix
    like a hood. The fruits develop from the flowers on the spadix. They are juicy berries varying in color,
    usually containing two seeds.[10]
    The spadix and spathe are a main focus of Anthuirium breeders, who develop cultivars in bright
    colors and unique shapes. Anthurium scherzerianum and A. andraeanum, two of the most common
    taxa in cultivation, are the only species that grow bright red spathes. They have also been bred to
    produce spathes in many other colors and patterns.[11]
    Anthurium plants are poisonous due to calcium oxalate crystals. The sap is irritating to the skin and
    eyes.[5]

    Cultivation[edit]

    Anthurium scherzerianuminflorescence
    Like other aroids, many species of Anthurium can be grown as houseplants, or outdoors in mild
    climates in shady spots. They include forms such as A. crystallinum f peltifolium with its large,
    velvety, dark green leaves and silvery white venation. Many hybrids are derived from A.
    andreanum or A. scherzerianum because of their colorful spathes. They thrive in moist soils with
    high organic matter. In milder climates the plants can be grown in pots of soil. Indoors plants thrive at
    temperatures between 16°C-22°C (60°F-72°F) and at lower light than other house plants. Wiping the
    leaves off with water will remove any dust and insects. Plant in pots with good root systems will
    benefit from a weak fertilizer solution every other week. In the case of vining or climbing Anthuriums,
    the plants benefit from being provided with a totem to climb.

    Propagation[edit]
    Anthurium can be propagated by seed or vegetatively by cuttings. In the
    commercial Anthurium trade, most propagation is via tissue culture.[12]

    Species[edit]
    For a full list, see the List of Anthurium species.

    Anthurium andraeanum Princess Amalia Elegance

    In 1860 there were 183 species known to science, and Heinrich Wilhelm Schott defined them in 28
    sections in the book Prodromus Systematis Aroidearum.[13] In 1905 the genus was revised with a
    description of 18 sections.[14] In 1983 the genus was divided into the following sections:[15]

     Belolonchium

     Calomystrium

     Cardiolonchium

     Chamaerepium

     Cordatopunctatum

     Dactylophyllium

     Decurrentia
     Digitinervium

     Gymnopodium

     Leptanthurium

     Pachyneurium

     Polyphyllium

     Polyneurium

     Porphyrochitonium

     Schizoplacium

     Semaeophyllium

     Tetraspermium

     Urospadix

     Xialophyllium

    History: The Anthurium is native to Columbia, and belongs to the family Araceae which
    includes more than 100 genera and about 1500 species, mainly from the
    tropics. Anthurium grow under conditions of low light and high humidity. In 1889 the
    first anthurium was brought to Hawaii from London by S.M.Damon.


    Flamingo Flower Orchid

    Anthurium polyschistum

    Anthurium digitatuminflorescence

    Anthurium scandensfruits

    Anthurium gracile


    Anthurium andraeanum

    Anthurium obtusum

    Anthurium
    OCTOBER 11, 2017 POSTED UNDER: DECORATIVE OR USEFUL PLANTSNO COMMENTS

    1) General Information:

     Location on Property: Jungle Shower, Garden G

    Anthurium Hawaii
    Scientific Name: Anthurium spp.

     Region of Origin:

     Type: Beautiful & Useful

     General History: In 1889 the first anthurium was brought to Hawaii from London by
    S.M.Damon. After 100 years of cultivation and hybridization, the Hawaii anthurium is
    considered Hawaii’s principal ornamental export. In 1959 Hawaii produced 2.6
    million flowers and by 1980 the anthurium production in Hawaii peaked at 2.5 million
    dozen flowers. Hawaii shipped anthuriums worldwide to Italy, West Germany,
    Switzerland, Australia, Japan, Taiwan, and the U.S mainland. More info
    here: Flowertemple.com.au

    2) Plant Uses:

     As Food: na

     As Medicine: Use of anthurium in steam for the discomforts of arthritis and


    rheumatism. You cut up the leaves and boil it in a pot and have the person sit on it in
    a chair with a blanket. The person sweats and the medicinal properties enter the
    body through the open pores. It is also useful as a poultice for muscle aches and
    cramps. You take the leaf and wrap it around your neck or your back and at the end
    of the day, just peel it off. –> WARNINGS: The anthurium is listed in the University of
    Florida’s “Guide to the Poisonous and Irritant Plants of Florida.” All parts of the plant
    contain calcium oxalate crystals that are highly irritating to the skin and soft tissues.

     Other Uses: Commonly used as an ornamental plant in floral displays, or as


    houseplants

    3) Growing Instructions

    Anthurium Plant
    Growing: Anthurium likes wet moist shady rainforest weather. Anthurium grows
    in many forms, mostly evergreen, bushy or climbing epiphytes with roots that can
    hang from the canopy all the way to the floor of the rainforest. Anthuriums grow best
    with day temperatures of 78-90°F and night temperatures of 70-75°F.

     Best time to Harvest: /

     Sunlight Requirements: Full Shade, partial shade, full sunlight

     Soil Requirements: Anthuriums grow on a wide range of soil types ranging from
    sandy loams to heavy clays. This particular plant needs highly organic soil with good
    water retention capability and good drainage. A layer of coconut husks, semi-rotted
    wood, or sugar cane bagasse may be used for mulching.

     Propagation:

     Controlling Spread: /

     Difficulties with this plant: Avoid draughts and strong temperature fluctuations. Will
    not tolerate frost or freezing. Temperatures above 90°F may cause foliar burning,
    faded flower color, and reduced flower life. Night temperatures between 40-50°F can
    result in slow growth and yellowing of lower leaves.

    HISTORY OF THIS PLANT AT HEDONISIA: COMMERCIALLY IT HAS SPREAD TO HAWAII AS A MARKET


    CROP FOR FLOWER GROWERS, AND PAHOA, ON THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII, BILLS ITSELF AS “THE
    ANTHURIUM CAPITAL OF THE WORLD.”

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