Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigrum
ID:
281130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Wochenbl. 7: 212 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280462

Common Names

  • Arum nigrum
  • Black Arum
  • Black Calla Lily

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Synonyms

  • Arum orientale nigrum (Schott) Engl. [unknown]
  • Arum nigrum variolatum (Schott) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Arum nigrum (also called Black Arum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial plant species native to tropical Africa. It has long, narrow, dark green leaves and a single, upright flower stem with up to five white and yellow flowers. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Arum nigrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arum nigrum is white and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arum nigrum is a terrestrial orchid found in tropical Africa. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, peat-based potting mix, and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. Once the seedlings have reached a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Arum nigrum

Arum nigrum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Arum nigrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arum nigrum?

Arum nigrum

How tall does Arum nigrum grow?

Up to 1m tall

What type of soil does Arum nigrum prefer?

Well-drained, humus-rich soil

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