Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 13: 6 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280910
Common Names
- Arum Palaestinum
- Palaestinum Arum
- Palaestinum Plant
Description
Arum palaestinum (also called the Palestinian arum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial flowering plant species native to the Middle East. It is found in grassy meadows and open forests, typically at elevations of 500-3000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Arum palaestinum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, stomach ailments, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arum palaestinum has small white flowers with three petals and three sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arum palaestinum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the mature clumps. The plant can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Arum palaestinum
Arum palaestinum can be found in the Middle East.
Arum palaestinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum palaestinum?
Arum palaestinum
What is the common name of Arum palaestinum?
Palestinian Arum
Where can Arum palaestinum be found?
Arum palaestinum can be found in the Middle East
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,