Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxwellii
ID:
341313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hett. & Gusman

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 26: 33 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340645

Common Names

  • Arisaema Maxwellii
  • Maxwellii Arisaema
  • Arisaema Maxwellii Plant

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Description

Arisaema maxwellii (also called Arisaema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a terrestrial plant with a rosette of leaves and a single flower spike. It is native to South Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Arisaema maxwellii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Arisaema maxwellii has white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: The seeds of Arisaema maxwellii are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Arisaema maxwellii are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arisaema maxwellii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Once established, the plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Arisaema maxwellii

Arisaema maxwellii can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Arisaema maxwellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arisaema maxwellii?

Arisaema maxwellii

What is the family of Arisaema maxwellii?

Araceae

What is the habitat of Arisaema maxwellii?

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

Wilbert Hetterscheid (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hett.' in the authors string.
Guy Gusman (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gusman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60427974-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.