Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candidissimum
ID:
270786

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 10: 8 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270118

Common Names

  • Arisaema candidissimum
  • Candidissimum Arisaema
  • Arisaema Candidissimum

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Description

Arisaema candidissimum (also called 'White Cobra Lily', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen, perennial herb with a single, large, heart-shaped leaf and a single, white flower. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Arisaema candidissimum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arisaema candidissimum is white or yellowish-white, with a short tube and a spreading limb. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arisaema candidissimum is a tuberous perennial native to China. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be kept in partial shade. The plant should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly during the growing season. Propagation is best done by division of the tuber.

Where to Find Arisaema candidissimum

Arisaema candidissimum is native to China and Japan.

Arisaema candidissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arisaema candidissimum?

Arisaema candidissimum

What is the natural habitat of Arisaema candidissimum?

Forests of India, Nepal, and Bhutan

What type of soil does Arisaema candidissimum prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

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

William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85599-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.