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Anthurium andraeanum Linden ex Andre [2]
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Araceae
Malay | Bunga hati |
English | Flamingo lili [3] [4] |
Anthurium andreanum is a member of the Araceae family. It is a herbaceous perennials with clustering, dark green, leathery leaves that are heart shaped. The leaf blades are up to 30cm long; the apex is acute to acuminate, margins entire. The plant is characterized by the attractive orange-red, heart-shaped, blistered spathe which can reach up to 14cm long and 9cm wide. This is carried on a long peduncle. The vassal lobes are slightly overlapping and sometimes fused at the base. The waxy spathes offer an astonishing, sweet scent. The spandex is recurved and measures 7cm long. It is yellow initially and turning white upon maturing. The flowers are bisexual and small. Perianth segments – 4. Stamens – 4. Ovary superior. [1], [2], [3]
A. andreanum are plants of the neotropical region of Central and South America. In the main they can be found in the wet tropical mountain forests of these areas, especially Panama, Colombia, Brazil, the Guiaina Sheild and Ecuador. [5]
Ornamental. It is reported that the flower ash is used to treat boils. [3]
Whole plant [4]
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 [4].
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.
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. [2]
Management of Oxalate Poisoning. [4], [6]
Pre-hospital care:
Emergency Department care:
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