Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hett. & Wahlert

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Bot. Stud. (Taipei) 55-2: 2 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315076

Common Names

  • Perrier's Amorphophallus
  • Perrier's Corpse Flower
  • Perrier's Voodoo Lily

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Description

Amorphophallus perrieri (also called 'Perrier's Corpse Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Madagascar. It has a large, tuberous root and a single, large, dark green leaf. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is adapted to survive in nutrient-poor soils.

Uses & Benefits

Amorphophallus perrieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amorphophallus perrieri has a large, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, large, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amorphophallus perrieri is a slow-growing perennial that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by taking stem cuttings. The stem cuttings should be planted in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until they take root.

Where to Find Amorphophallus perrieri

Amorphophallus perrieri is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the island.

Amorphophallus perrieri FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Amorphophallus perrieri?

Amorphophallus perrieri is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, rocky areas.

What is the size of Amorphophallus perrieri?

Amorphophallus perrieri is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 10 cm.

What is the flowering season of Amorphophallus perrieri?

Amorphophallus perrieri typically flowers in the summer months.

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

Gregory A. Wahlert: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wahlert' in the authors string.
Wilbert Hetterscheid (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hett.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77142851-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.