Status:
valid
Authors:
Jum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 4, 6(2): 23 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276424
Common Names
- Arophyton tripartitum
- Tripartitum Arophyton
- Tripartitum's Arophyton
Description
Arophyton tripartitum (also called 'Three-Part Arophyton', among many other common names) is a small, bulbous perennial plant with bright green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Arophyton tripartitum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arophyton tripartitum var. tripartitum
Arophyton tripartitum var. masoalaense Bogner
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arophyton tripartitum has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Arophyton tripartitum: This species is propagated by seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Arophyton tripartitum
Arophyton tripartitum is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the country.
Arophyton tripartitum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arophyton tripartitum?
Arophyton tripartitum
What is the family of Arophyton tripartitum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Arophyton tripartitum found?
China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Arophyton genus
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,