Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
agasthyanum
ID:
270014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sivad. & C.S.Kumar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 10(4): 19 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269346

Common Names

  • Agasthyanum Arisaema
  • Agasthyanum Cobra Lily
  • Agasthyanum Jack-in-the-Pulpit

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Description

Arisaema agasthyanum (also called Agasthyanum Arisaema, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is typically found in tropical rainforests. Its leaves are glossy and dark green in color, and can grow up to 30 cm in length.

Uses & Benefits

Arisaema agasthyanum is a perennial plant that is often used in ornamental gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or in containers. The leaves can be used in salads and the flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arisaema agasthyanum is a white-green colour and has a hooded shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arisaema agasthyanum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Arisaema agasthyanum

Arisaema agasthyanum can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Sri Lanka.

Arisaema agasthyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arisaema agasthyanum?

Arisaema agasthyanum

What is the common name of Arisaema agasthyanum?

Agasthyamala Cobra Lily

What type of plant is Arisaema agasthyanum?

Arisaema agasthyanum is a flowering plant

Species in the Arisaema genus

Arisaema abei, Arisaema aequinoctiale, Arisaema agasthyanum, Arisaema album, Arisaema amurense, Arisaema angustatum, Arisaema anomalum, Arisaema aprile, Arisaema aridum, Arisaema asperatum, Arisaema auriculatum, Arisaema austro-yunnanense, Arisaema balansae, Arisaema bannaense, Arisaema barbatum, Arisaema barnesii, Arisaema bathycoleum, Arisaema bockii, Arisaema bonatianum, Arisaema bottae, Arisaema calcareum, Arisaema candidissimum, Arisaema caudatum, Arisaema chumponense, Arisaema ciliatum, Arisaema clavatum, Arisaema concinnum, Arisaema condaoense, Arisaema consanguineum, Arisaema constrictum, Arisaema cordatum, Arisaema costatum, Arisaema cucullatum, Arisaema dahaiense, Arisaema decipiens, Arisaema dracontium, Arisaema echinatum, Arisaema echinoides, Arisaema ehimense, Arisaema elephas, Arisaema enneaphyllum, Arisaema erubescens, Arisaema exappendiculatum, Arisaema fargesii, Arisaema filiforme, Arisaema fimbriatum, Arisaema flavum, Arisaema formosana, Arisaema franchetianum, Arisaema fraternum,

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

Mayandy Sivadasan (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sivad.' in the authors string.
C.Sathish Kumar (1957-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Kumar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934134-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.