Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
915457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schott) Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Gen. Aroid. : 58 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914792

Common Names

  • Aglaodorum griffithii
  • Aglaodorum
  • Griffithii

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Description

Aglaodorum griffithii (also called Griffith's aglaodorum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with slender, erect stems. It is native to India and is found in rocky hillsides and dry riverbeds.

Uses & Benefits

Aglaodorum griffithii is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aglaodorum griffithii is a small, yellowish-green cone-like structure. The seed is an ovoid, brownish-black structure with a single, hard seed coat. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aglaodorum griffithii is a small shrub native to Central America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Aglaodorum griffithii

Aglaodorum griffithii can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Aglaodorum griffithii FAQ

What is the common name of Aglaodorum griffithii?

Griffith's Aglaodorum

What is the growth habit of Aglaodorum griffithii?

It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit.

What is the native range of Aglaodorum griffithii?

It is native to India.

Species in the Aglaodorum genus

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

Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:84039-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.