Arum hygrophilum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 13: 8 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279256
Common Names
- Arum hygrophilum
- Hygrophilum Arum
- Hygrophilum Calla
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- Arum hygrophilum genuinum Maire & Weiller [unknown]
Description
Arum hygrophilum (also called 'Water Arum' or 'Water-loving Arum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe. It is a perennial herbaceous plant growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a medium rate. It is found in grassland, scrubland, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Arum hygrophilum is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arum hygrophilum sub. hygrophilumFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arum hygrophilum has white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have two leaves. The seeds are small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arum hygrophilum is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Arum hygrophilum
Arum hygrophilum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Arum hygrophilum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum hygrophilum?
Arum hygrophilum
What type of plant is Arum hygrophilum?
A herbaceous perennial
Where is Arum hygrophilum native to?
Europe and North Africa
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,
References
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86037-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.