Last updated: 07 Apr 2016
Anthurium andraeanum Linden ex André
Anthurium andraeanum var. divergens Sodiro,Anthurium venustum Sodiro [1]
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Ô-beni-uchiwa _large red fan) [3].
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Anthurium spp. are native to tropical America. They are houseplants in most areas, but may be grown in gardens in South Florida and Hawaii. [2]
Anthurium andreanum is a member of the Araceae family. It is a herbaceous perennials plants. [4]
The plant is characterized by the attractive orange-red, heart-shaped, blistered spathe which can reach up to 14 cm long and 9 cm wide. This is carried on a long peduncle. The vassal lobes are slightly overlapping and sometimes fused at the base. [5]
The leaves are heart shaped, clustering, dark green, and leathery. The leaf blades are up to 30 cm long; the apex is acute to acuminate, margins entire. [4][6]
The waxy spathes offer an astonishing, sweet scent. [4] The spadix is recurved and measures 7 cm long. It is yellow initially and turning white upon maturing. [5] The flowers are bisexual and small. There are 4 segments perianth with 4 stamens and superior ovary. [4]
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A. andraeanum flower ash was reported is used to treat boils. [4]
Generally, the plant is used as an ornamental. [7]
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Toxic parts
Whole plant [2]
Toxin
The whole plant contains calcium oxalate crystals especially in the sap. It is also contains proteolytic enzymes that can excite histamine release causing serious allergic reaction in sensitive individuals. [2]
Risk management
A. andreanum are unique plants which may help in further enhancing the landscape around the house. However, it can cause adverse effects on pets and children when ingested. It would be wise to place this plant as a second layer plant which would render it inaccessible to pets and out of reach of small children.
Poisonous clinical findings
The leaves and stems of A. andreanum containing minute, sharp crystals, or raphides, of calcium oxalates. If ingested, it causes painful burning and swelling of the lips, mouth, and throat, sometimes to the extent of causing restriction to breathing. Symptoms may include increase salivation, hoarseness, difficulty in swallowing, loss of speech, and loss of appetite. The initial pain from ingestion almost always inhibits further swallowing. The crystals pass unchanged through the digestive tract not causing further complications. The calcium oxalate crystals may cause irritation to the skin and eyes. [6]
Management
In managing the case of Oxalate poisoning, prehospital and emergency department care could be taken. [2][8]
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