Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Rumphia 1: 106 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271536
Common Names
- Japanese Cobra Lily
- Japanese Jack-in-the-Pulpit
- Japanese Arisaema
Description
Arisaema japonicum (also called 'Japanese Cobra Lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema japonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arisaema japonicum is small, yellowish-green, with three petals and three sepals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema japonicum is a tropical plant that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Division should be done in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Arisaema japonicum
Arisaema japonicum is native to Japan.
Arisaema japonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema japonicum?
Arisaema japonicum
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema japonicum?
Arisaema japonicum is found in tropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
What are the characteristics of Arisaema japonicum?
Arisaema japonicum 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,