Status:
valid
Authors:
Buchet
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 2: 121 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270192
Common Names
- Arisaema clavatum
- Club-shaped Arisaema
- Arisaema Orchid
Description
Arisaema clavatum (also called Club-spiked Arisaema, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial plant species found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has a single, linear leaf and a single, white flower with pink spots. It is found in areas of high humidity and is often found growing in mossy rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema clavatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant in homes. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arisaema clavatum has a yellow-green flower with a hood-like spathe. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema clavatum is a terrestrial orchid that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix that is kept moist but not soggy. It prefers partial shade and can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Arisaema clavatum
Arisaema clavatum is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It can be found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.
Arisaema clavatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema clavatum?
Arisaema clavatum
What is the common name of Arisaema clavatum?
Clavatum
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema clavatum?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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,