Status:
valid
Authors:
Seriz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 55: 153 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271658
Common Names
- Kawashimae Arisaema
- Jack-in-the-Pulpit
- Dragonroot
Description
Arisaema kawashimae (also called Kawashima's Cobra Lily, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that is native to the Himalayas. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema kawashimae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arisaema kawashimae is a small, greenish-white spathe. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema kawashimae is a small, evergreen perennial that grows up to 30cm in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.
Where to Find Arisaema kawashimae
Arisaema kawashimae is native to Japan.
Arisaema kawashimae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema kawashimae?
Arisaema kawashimae
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema kawashimae?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China.
What are the uses of Arisaema kawashimae?
It is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.
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,