Abstract: Anthurium andraeanum, also known as Sorbus mosaic, is a plant with high ornamental value. It has good medicinal value and is also widely used in landscaping. The biological characteristics and classification of Anthurium andraeanum are important for us to understand and study this plant. This article will introduce the form of Anthurium in detail...
Anthurium andraeanum, also known as Sorbus mosaic, is a plant with extremely high ornamental value. It has good medicinal value and is also widely used in landscaping. The biological characteristics and classification of Anthurium andraeanum are important for our understanding and research of this plant. This article will introduce in detail the shape, classification, growth habits, species and other characteristics of Anthurium andraeanum, hoping that readers can have a deeper understanding and understanding of this beautiful plant.
A tree feature Anthurium is generally small trees or shrubs, with a height of between 2-8 meters. The trunk is strong, the bark is gray or dark brown, and the crown is hemispherical or spreading.
Two Leaf Characteristics The leaves of Anthurium are long elliptical or long elliptical, with a leaf length of 5-20 cm and a width of 1.5-6 cm. The leaves are thick, leathery and shiny, and the edges of the leaves are serrated. The color of the leaves is green or red, and the edge of some varieties also shows a dark red pattern.
Three flower characteristics Anthurium flowers are trumpet-shaped and are usually red, pink or white. The inflorescences are clustered or umbrella-shaped, with a flower diameter of about 3-5 cm. They have a strong aroma and are one of the flowers with great ornamental value.
Four Fruit Characteristics The fruit of Anthurium is a fleshy berry that is blue-black or purple-black when mature. The fruit is rich in multiple nutrients and medicinal ingredients and can be used as traditional Chinese medicine.
5 Distribution Area Anthurium is native to southern China and Southeast Asia, and has been introduced to all parts of the world. It is cultivated in both temperate and subtropical regions, especially the subtropical climate conditions are the most suitable.
6 Growth environment Anthurium plants are very adaptable to the environment and prefer sufficient sunshine, good ventilation and humid environments. Can adapt to higher temperatures and humidity, but can also tolerate lower temperatures. Soil suitable for growth is fertile, loose, and well-drained sandy or clayey soil.
There are currently more than 120 varieties of Anthurium in seven categories, mainly distributed in southern China and Southeast Asia. According to the differences in plant morphological characteristics, Anthurium can be divided into multiple subgenera such as Liriodendron type, Lobelium wood type, wine bottle palm type, and small leaf double-sided thorn type.
The tree shape of the Liriodendron type Anthurium is a small tree or shrub, and the height is generally about 2-4 meters. The leaves are 15 cm long, oval or broadly elliptical, leathery and shiny. The inflorescences are terminal or lateral umbrella-shaped, with trumpet-shaped flowers and usually red or pink in color. The fruit is a spherical or oval berry that is blue-black or purple-black when ripe.
The tree shape of Jiu-Mu lobelian type Wood lobelian type Anthurium is a small tree or shrub with a height of between 2-6 meters. The leaves are 20 cm long, lanceolate or elliptical, leathery and shiny. The inflorescences are lateral umbrella-shaped, and the flowers are usually red, pink or white in color. The fruit is an ovoid berry that is blue-black or purple-black when mature.
Ten-wine bottle palm type The tree shape of wine bottle palm type Anthurium is small trees or shrubs with a height of between 2-4 meters. The leaves are 20 cm long, obovate or lanceolate, leathery and shiny. The inflorescences are lateral umbrella-shaped, and the flowers are usually red or pink in color. The fruit is a round berry that is blue-black or purple-black when ripe.
Eleven-leaf double-sided thorn type, small-leaf double-sided thorn type, Anthurium is a small tree or shrub, and its height is generally about 2-3 meters. The leaves are 15 cm long, oval or broadly elliptical, leathery and shiny. The inflorescences are lateral umbella-shaped or clustered, and the flowers are trumpet-shaped and are usually red or pink in color. The fruit is an ovoid berry that is blue-black or purple-black when mature.
Twelve Application Values Anthurium plants have rich medicinal value and can be used to treat diseases such as rheumatism, dysmenorrhea, waist and leg pain. At the same time, Anthurium is also a very excellent ornamental plant that can be used for landscaping and interior decoration.
Thirteen Breeding Methods There are two main breeding methods of Anthurium andraeanum: cuttage and rationing. Cuttage is the cutting of new branches and inserting them into the nursery soil, usually in the spring. Ramet is to dig up the adult plant, separate the root system, and transplant it into new soil.
14 Conservation Tips Anthurium plants are relatively shade tolerant, but require sufficient sunlight. For high temperature requirements, you cannot spend the winter outdoors. You need to place it indoors in a sunny and well-ventilated location. In terms of watering, care should be taken to keep the soil moist, but not too moist to prevent root rot.
Fifteen Anthurium is a very beautiful plant with rich application value. This article provides a detailed introduction to the shape, classification, growth habits, species and other characteristics of Anthurium andraeanum. I believe readers have a deeper understanding of this plant. In practical applications, we need to understand the characteristics of Anthurium and carry out targeted maintenance and management in order to make it exert better results.