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
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.
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 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,