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Organ Mountain laceleaf

Scientific Name: Anthurium cordatum

Family: Araceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Organ Mountain Laceleaf (Anthurium cordatum)

The Organ Mountain Laceleaf, scientifically known as Anthurium cordatum, is a perennial subshrub forb/herb belonging to the Araceae family.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions the plant has "low allergen potential", though this is not a direct indication of its effect on pets or children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Anthurium cordatum (L.) Schott
  • Family: Araceae (Arum Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Anthurium cordifolium (Raf.) Kunth
    • Anthurium colocasiifolium Devansaye
    • Anthurium commutatum Schott
    • Anthurium concinnum
  • Order: Alismatales

Common Names

  • Organ Mountain Laceleaf

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is named after the Organ Mountains, located near the southern end of a mountain range on the east side of the Rio Grande rift valley.
  • Originates from the Caribbean.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Anthurium cordatum is described as a perennial subshrub forb/herb.
  • It has roots that are often mycorrhizal and lack root hairs.

Ecology

  • The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument was established to protect significant prehistoric, historic, geologic, and biologic resources, which includes Anthurium cordatum.

Additional Information

  • The Organ Mountain Laceleaf requires a minimum temperature above 15°C.

Resources

  • USDA PLANTS Database
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • Species.wikimedia.org