Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zhui
ID:
276007

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 423 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275339

Common Names

  • Zhui Arisaema
  • Zhui Jack-in-the-Pulpit
  • Zhui Jack-in-the-Pulpit Arisaema

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Description

Arisaema zhui (also called Zhui Cobra Lily, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Yunnan, China. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and a tall, erect flower spike. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arisaema zhui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arisaema zhui are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arisaema zhui is an evergreen perennial herb native to China. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in late spring or early summer and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Arisaema zhui

Arisaema zhui can be found in Yunnan, China.

Arisaema zhui FAQ

What is the best soil for Arisaema zhui?

Arisaema zhui prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.

How much sunlight does Arisaema zhui need?

Arisaema zhui prefers partial shade, but can tolerate full sun.

How often should Arisaema zhui be watered?

Arisaema zhui should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

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

Li Heng (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1015781-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.