Status:
valid
Authors:
Makino
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 8: 32 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271467
Common Names
- Iyoanum Arisaema
- Iyoanum Cobra Plant
- Iyoanum Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Description
Arisaema iyoanum (also called Iyo-an arisaema, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Japan, and is found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands. Its leaves are compound, with three leaflets, and have a pointed tip.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema iyoanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arisaema iyoanum has small yellow flowers with three petals, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema iyoanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with each division containing at least one growing point. Both methods should be done in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Arisaema iyoanum
Arisaema iyoanum can be found in Japan.
Arisaema iyoanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema iyoanum?
Arisaema iyoanum
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema iyoanum?
Arisaema iyoanum is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the characteristics of Arisaema iyoanum?
Arisaema iyoanum is an evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and white flowers.
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,