Arisaema heterocephalum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Koidz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Amami-Ohsima : 12 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271164
Common Names
- Heterocephalum Jack-in-the-Pulpit
- Arisaema Heterocephalum
- Arisaema Heterocephalum Jack-in-the-Pulpit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arisaema heterocephalum (also called Cobra Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to India, Nepal, and China, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema heterocephalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various skin conditions and wounds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arisaema heterocephalum sub. heterocephalumArisaema heterocephalum sub. majus (Seriz.) J.Murata
Arisaema heterocephalum sub. okinawaense H.Ohashi & J.Murata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arisaema heterocephalum is a small, yellow-green star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arisaema heterocephalum is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist.
Where to Find Arisaema heterocephalum
Arisaema heterocephalum is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Arisaema heterocephalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema heterocephalum?
Arisaema heterocephalum
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema heterocephalum?
Tropical forests
What are the uses of Arisaema heterocephalum?
Medicinal, ornamental
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
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85666-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.