Arum korolkowii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Regel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 2: 407 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279805
Common Names
- Arum Korolkowii
- Korolkow's Arum
- Korolkow's Dragon Arum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arum korolkowii (also called Indian Arum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It has large, arrow-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arum korolkowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arum korolkowii has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arum korolkowii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the garden. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Arum korolkowii
Arum korolkowii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, and can be found in the countries of India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Arum korolkowii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum korolkowii?
Arum korolkowii
What is the common name of Arum korolkowii?
Korolkow's Arum
What is the natural habitat of Arum korolkowii?
It is native to India.
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
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86049-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.