Status:
valid
Authors:
Luu, Nguyen-Phi & H.T.Van
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 277: 70 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347033
Description
Arisaema langbiangense (also called Langbiang Jack-in-the-pulpit, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a single, lance-shaped leaf and a single, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in grasslands and open forests at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Arisaema langbiangense is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic. It is also used to treat digestive problems, respiratory disorders, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arisaema langbiangense has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arisaema langbiangense is a tropical plant native to Vietnam. It is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist until germination. To propagate by division, separate the rhizomes and replant in a well-draining potting mix. The seedlings or divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are large enough to be transplanted.
Where to Find Arisaema langbiangense
Arisaema langbiangense is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Arisaema langbiangense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arisaema langbiangense?
Arisaema langbiangense
What is the common name of Arisaema langbiangense?
Langbiangense Cobra Lily
What is the natural habitat of Arisaema langbiangense?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.
Nga Nguyen-Phi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nguyen-Phi' in the authors string.
Hong Thien Van: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.T.Van' in the authors string.