Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall.) Schott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Melet. Bot. : 17 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270688
Common Names
- Blush Arisaema
- Blush Jack-in-the-Pulpit
- Blush Indian Turnip
Description
Arisaema erubescens (also called 'Red Cobra Lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It has a single stem and its leaves are green and divided into leaflets. It is native to tropical regions in Asia and Africa and is found in open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema erubescens has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, dysentery, and urinary tract infections. It has also been used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arisaema erubescens has small white flowers with three petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema erubescens is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Arisaema erubescens
Arisaema erubescens is native to tropical regions of Asia, including China, Japan, and India.
Arisaema erubescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema erubescens?
Arisaema erubescens
What type of plant is Arisaema erubescens?
Arisaema erubescens is an herbaceous perennial.
Where does Arisaema erubescens grow?
Arisaema erubescens is native to China.
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,