Status:
valid
Authors:
Magtoto, Mones, Ballada, Austria, R.M.Dizon, Alangui, Regina
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Blumea 58: 267 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337824
Common Names
- Amorphophallus adamsensis
- Amorphophallus
- Adamsensis
Description
Amorphophallus adamsensis (also called Adams' Amorphophallus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical forests and is often found in lowland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Amorphophallus adamsensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Amorphophallus adamsensis are white to yellowish-white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amorphophallus adamsensis is a perennial that can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Plant the divisions in a shallow trench and cover with soil. Water well and keep the soil moist during the growing season.
Where to Find Amorphophallus adamsensis
Amorphophallus adamsensis is native to the Malay Peninsula and Sumatra. It can be found in lowland and montane forests.
Amorphophallus adamsensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amorphophallus adamsensis?
Amorphophallus adamsensis
What is the family of Amorphophallus adamsensis?
Araceae
Where is Amorphophallus adamsensis found?
Indonesia
Species in the Amorphophallus genus
Amorphophallus mangelsdorffii,
Amorphophallus operculatus,
Amorphophallus sinuatus,
Amorphophallus vogelianus,
Amorphophallus julaihii,
Amorphophallus andranogidroensis,
Amorphophallus croatii,
Amorphophallus erythrororrhachis,
Amorphophallus fuscus,
Amorphophallus gallowayi,
Amorphophallus glaucophyllus,
Amorphophallus xiei,
Amorphophallus ranchanensis,
Amorphophallus josefbogneri,
Amorphophallus laoticus,
Amorphophallus lunatus,
Amorphophallus myosuroides,
Amorphophallus ongsakulii,
Amorphophallus prolificus,
Amorphophallus reflexus,
Amorphophallus schmidtiae,
Amorphophallus serrulatus,
Amorphophallus tuberculatus,
Amorphophallus juliae,
Amorphophallus niahensis,
Amorphophallus suwidjianus,
Amorphophallus aberrans,
Amorphophallus abyssinicus,
Amorphophallus albispathus,
Amorphophallus albus,
Amorphophallus amygdaloides,
Amorphophallus angolensis,
Amorphophallus angulatus,
Amorphophallus angustispathus,
Amorphophallus ankarana,
Amorphophallus annulifer,
Amorphophallus antsingyensis,
Amorphophallus aphyllus,
Amorphophallus asper,
Amorphophallus asterostigmatus,
Amorphophallus atrorubens,
Amorphophallus atroviridis,
Amorphophallus barthlottii,
Amorphophallus baumannii,
Amorphophallus beccarii,
Amorphophallus bequaertii,
Amorphophallus bonaccordensis,
Amorphophallus borneensis,
Amorphophallus boyceanus,
Amorphophallus brachyphyllus,
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
Deemson G. Mones: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mones' in the authors string.
Karen A. Ballada: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ballada' in the authors string.
Celia M. Austria: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Austria' in the authors string.
Romeo M. Dizon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Dizon' in the authors string.
Aris A. Reginaldo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reginaldo' in the authors string.
Wilen M. Galvan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.M.Galvan' in the authors string.
Kathleen T. Dizon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Dizon' in the authors string.