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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