Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall.) Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Melet. Bot. : 17 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270595
Common Names
- Echinate Cobra Lily
- Arisaema Echinatum
- Echinate Arisaema
Description
Arisaema echinatum (also called Spiny Jack-in-the-pulpit, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea and is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema echinatum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arisaema echinatum has a white and green flower with a yellow spadix. Its seeds are small and black with a smooth surface. Its seedlings have a single leaf with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema echinatum is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Divisions should be taken from the root ball and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. The divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Where to Find Arisaema echinatum
Arisaema echinatum can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Arisaema echinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema echinatum?
Arisaema echinatum
What is the common name of Arisaema echinatum?
Spiny-fruited Cobra Lily
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema echinatum?
Tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
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,