Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythropus
ID:
762170

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Schott) Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Syst. Aroid. : 317 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761503

Common Names

  • Adelonema erythropus
  • Erythropus Adelonema
  • Adelonema Erythropus

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Description

Adelonema erythropus (also called 'Red-Flowered Adelonema', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, bell-shaped red flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adelonema erythropus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adelonema erythropus has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelonema erythropus is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, as it can be grown from seeds or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a shallow tray filled with moist soil and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and planted in a container filled with well-draining soil. The container should be placed in a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Adelonema erythropus

Adelonema erythropus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel.

Adelonema erythropus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Adelonema erythropus?

Adelonema erythropus prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

What is the ideal light for Adelonema erythropus?

Adelonema erythropus prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal soil for Adelonema erythropus?

Adelonema erythropus prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References