Status:
valid
Authors:
(Carano) P.C.Boyce
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Gen. Arum : 104 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000277860
Common Names
- Arum Apulum
- Arum Lily
- Lily Arum
Description
Arum apulum (also called Apulum Arum, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial plant with an erect stem and large, arrow-shaped leaves. It is native to southern Europe, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arum apulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of medicines and perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arum apulum is small and white with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arum apulum is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation.
Where to Find Arum apulum
Arum apulum can be found in Europe, from Portugal to Romania.
Arum apulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum apulum?
Arum apulum
What type of plant is Arum apulum?
Perennial herb
What is the natural habitat of Arum apulum?
Mountain meadows and grasslands of Europe
Species in the Arum genus
Arum apulum,
Arum besserianum,
Arum concinnatum,
Arum creticum,
Arum cylindraceum,
Arum cyrenaicum,
Arum dioscoridis,
Arum gratum,
Arum hainesii,
Arum hygrophilum,
Arum idaeum,
Arum italicum,
Arum jacquemontii,
Arum korolkowii,
Arum lucanum,
Arum maculatum,
Arum nigrum,
Arum orientale,
Arum palaestinum,
Arum pictum,
Arum purpureospathum,
Arum rupicola,
Arum sintenisii,
Arum sooi,
Arum megobrebi,
Arum euxinum,
Arum taiwanianum,
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,