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Philodendron fragrantissimum, the fragrant philodendron or shortstem philodendron, is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to the New World Tropics. An epiphyte, an essential oil is extracted from its roots and used for bathing and as a fumigant.
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Is it poisonous?
We have no record of Shortstem philodendron being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Philodendron platypetiolatum
- Philodendron pterotum
- Philodendron ornatum
- Philodendron eximium
- Philodendron findens
- Philodendron melinonii
Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Tracheophyta
- Class
- Liliopsida
- Order
- Alismatales
- Family
- Araceae
- Genus
- Philodendron
- Species
- Philodendron fragrantissimum
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