Arisaema formosana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hayata) Hayata
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. 5: 243 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270890
Common Names
- Formosan Jack-in-the-Pulpit
- Formosan Green Dragon
- Formosan Tiger's Tail
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Arisaema formosanum formosanum [unknown]
Description
Arisaema formosana (also called Formosan Cobra Lily, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema formosana is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arisaema formosana is small and white, with three petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arisaema formosana is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Arisaema formosana
Arisaema formosana is native to East Asia. It can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Arisaema formosana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema formosana?
Arisaema formosana
What are the common names of Arisaema formosana?
Formosana Cobra Lily, Taiwanese Cobra Lily
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema formosana?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
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
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85647-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.