Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 446 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333830
Common Names
- Warrea costaricensis
- Costaricensis Warrea
- Costa Rican Warrea
Description
Warrea costaricensis (also called Costa Rican warrea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Costa Rica. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Warrea costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive blue-violet flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Warrea costaricensis has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Warrea costaricensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Warrea costaricensis
Warrea costaricensis is native to Central and South America.
Warrea costaricensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Warrea costaricensis?
Warrea costaricensis
What is the common name of Warrea costaricensis?
Costa Rican Warrea
Where is Warrea costaricensis native to?
Central America
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Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
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Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
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