Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustatum
ID:
339706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 18: 255 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339038

Common Names

  • Narrow Biarum
  • Aleppo Onion
  • Aleppo Squill

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Description

Biarum angustatum (also called 'Angled Snake's-head', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a short rhizome, and a single, erect, slender, cylindrical, leafless stem. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Biarum angustatum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Biarum angustatum has small, white flowers with a three-lobed calyx and a three-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet with a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, sessile leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Biarum angustatum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Biarum angustatum

Biarum angustatum is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Biarum angustatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Biarum angustatum?

Biarum angustatum

What is the common name of Biarum angustatum?

Narrow-leaved arum

What is the origin of Biarum angustatum?

Mediterranean region

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

Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86225-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.