Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyrenaicum
ID:
279140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hruby

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Genève , sér. 2, 4: 159 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278472

Common Names

  • Cyrenaicum Arum
  • Cyrenaicum Calla Lily
  • Cyrenaicum's Arum

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Description

Arum cyrenaicum (also called Arum cyrenaicum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers moist, shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arum cyrenaicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arum cyrenaicum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arum cyrenaicum is a tuberous perennial that can be propagated by division of the tubers or by seed. The tubers should be divided in the spring or summer and replanted in a well-draining soil. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium, such as a mixture of peat and perlite, and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Arum cyrenaicum

Arum cyrenaicum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Arum cyrenaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arum cyrenaicum?

Arum cyrenaicum

What type of plant is Arum cyrenaicum?

Arum

Where is Arum cyrenaicum native to?

Mediterranean region

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

Johann Hruby (1882-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hruby' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85984-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.