Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Y.Wong, S.L.Low & P.C.Boyce
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Aroideana 37: 21 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341274
Description
Aridarum pendek (also called dwarf arum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a herb with large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It has a creeping or climbing habit.
Uses & Benefits
Aridarum pendek is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating colds, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aridarum pendek has white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aridarum pendek is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to cultivate in a warm, humid environment. It prefers a well-draining, organic-rich potting mix and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.
Where to Find Aridarum pendek
Aridarum pendek can be found in India.
Aridarum pendek FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aridarum pendek?
Aridarum pendek
What is the common name of Aridarum pendek?
Aridarum pendek
Where is Aridarum pendek found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Species in the Aridarum 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
Shook Ling Low: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Low' in the authors string.