Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sooi
ID:
282156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Terpó

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 18: 240 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281488

Common Names

  • Arum sooi
  • Sooi Arum
  • Soo's Arum

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Description

Arum sooi (also called Soo's Arum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with glossy, arrow-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arum sooi is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. It can be used as a hanging plant, or as a ground cover in a shady area. It is also a good choice for terrariums and vivariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arum sooi has small, white flowers with yellowish centers and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have heart-shaped leaves with pointed tips and a glossy surface.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arum sooi is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagate by stem cuttings or by division.

Where to Find Arum sooi

Arum sooi is native to tropical forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.

Arum sooi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arum sooi?

Arum sooi

What is the common name of Arum sooi?

Arum

What type of plant is Arum sooi?

Herbaceous perennial

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

András Terpó (1925-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Terpó' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86153-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.