Status:
valid
Authors:
Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 7: 27 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270275
Common Names
- Arisaema consanguineum
- Consanguineum Arisaema
- Consanguineum Cobra Lily
Description
Arisaema consanguineum (also called 'Consanguineous Arisaema', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial plant species with a single, short, erect stem. It is native to the islands of Java, Bali and Lombok in Indonesia, and grows in open grasslands and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema consanguineum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arisaema consanguineum sub. consanguineum
Arisaema consanguineum sub. kelung-insulare (Hayata) Gusman
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arisaema consanguineum is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema consanguineum is a small, terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Arisaema consanguineum
Arisaema consanguineum is native to the tropical rainforests of the Philippines.
Arisaema consanguineum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema consanguineum?
Arisaema consanguineum is found in wet montane forests of New Guinea.
What is the flower color of Arisaema consanguineum?
The flowers of Arisaema consanguineum are white.
What is the size of Arisaema consanguineum?
Arisaema consanguineum is a small plant, usually growing to a height of about 8 cm.
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,