Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavara & Grande
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Orto Bot. Regia Univ. Napoli 3: 409 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279923
Common Names
- Arum Lucanum
- Lucan Arum
- Lucan Dragon Arum
Description
Arum lucanum (also called Italian Arum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb native to Italy and the Mediterranean. It has large, arrow-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arum lucanum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage. It is also used as a groundcover and in borders and containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arum lucanum has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arum lucanum 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 lucanum
Arum lucanum is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the countries of France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey.
Arum lucanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum lucanum?
Arum lucanum
What is the common name of Arum lucanum?
Lords-and-Ladies
What is the natural habitat of Arum lucanum?
Woodlands, hedgerows, and grasslands in 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,