Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vulgare
ID:
276362

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Targ.Tozz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Imp. Fis. Firenze 2(2): 67 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275694

Common Names

  • Vulgare Arisarum
  • Vulgare Mouse Plant
  • Vulgare Skunk Cabbage

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Description

Arisarum vulgare (also called Mouse-ear Arum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a spreading habit with small, heart-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady places in grassland and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Arisarum vulgare is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arisarum vulgare sub. vulgare
Arisarum vulgare sub. hastatum (Pomel) Dobignard

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Arisarum vulgare has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Seed: The seeds are small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arisarum vulgare is a perennial herb that grows in a range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant should be divided in spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. The divisions should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Arisarum vulgare

Arisarum vulgare can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Arisarum vulgare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arisarum vulgare?

Arisarum vulgare

What type of plant is Arisarum vulgare?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Arisarum vulgare?

Upright, clump-forming

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

Ottaviano Targioni Tozzetti (1755-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Targ.Tozz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85902-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.