Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
lunatus
ID:
912040

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hett. & Sizemore

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 29: 64 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911375

Common Names

  • Amorphophallus lunatus
  • Lunatus Amorphophallus
  • Lunatus Corpse Flower

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Description

Amorphophallus lunatus (also called Moon-Shaped Amorphophallus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It has large, arrow-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Amorphophallus lunatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food flavoring. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amorphophallus lunatus has a single, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amorphophallus lunatus is a tropical plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a tuberous perennial with a large, fleshy stem and large, dark green leaves. Propagation is usually done by division of the tuber or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two to three months.

Where to Find Amorphophallus lunatus

Amorphophallus lunatus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.

Amorphophallus lunatus FAQ

What is the common name of Amorphophallus lunatus?

Moon Amorphophallus

What is the scientific name of Moon Amorphophallus?

Amorphophallus lunatus

What is the natural habitat of Amorphophallus lunatus?

Tropical rainforest in Southeast Asia

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

Wilbert Hetterscheid (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hett.' in the authors string.
Mary Sizemore: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sizemore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77097843-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.