Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gratum
ID:
279828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Syn. Aroid. : 11 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279160

Common Names

  • Arum gratum
  • Gratifying Arum
  • Gratifying Lords-and-Ladies

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Synonyms

  • Arum orientale gratum (Schott) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Arum gratum (also called Gratifying Arum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a spreading, bushy habit and small, white flowers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arum gratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arum gratum has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arum gratum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Arum gratum

Arum gratum can be found in the Mediterranean region and western Asia.

Arum gratum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arum gratum?

Arum gratum

What is the common name of Arum gratum?

Gratifying Arum

What is the natural habitat of Arum gratum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

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