Arum rupicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 13: 7 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281316
Common Names
- Arum rupicola
- Rock-dwelling Arum
- Rock-dwelling-leaf Arum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arum rupicola (also called Rock Arum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 5 meters tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Arum rupicola is a popular houseplant used for its attractive foliage and low-maintenance care. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can be used to create a natural privacy screen or to add texture and color to a garden.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Arum rupicola var. rupicolaArum rupicola var. virescens (Stapf) P.C.Boyce
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arum rupicola is a yellowish-white color and has a pleasant scent. The seed of this plant is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Arum rupicola is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid location.
Where to Find Arum rupicola
Arum rupicola is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Arum rupicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arum rupicola?
Arum rupicola
What is the common name of Arum rupicola?
Rock Arum
What is the natural habitat of Arum rupicola?
Dry forests and scrublands
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:86140-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.