Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carratracense
ID:
339893

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willk.) Font Quer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Butl. Inst. Catalana Hist. Nat. 26: 53 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339225

Common Names

  • Biarum carratracense
  • Carratracense Cardamom
  • Carratracense Cardamom

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Description

Biarum carratracense (also called Carratraca cardamom, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is found in moist, shaded areas such as forests, swamps, and riverbanks. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. The plant produces small, round, black fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Biarum carratracense is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used in perfumery and cosmetics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Biarum carratracense flower is a small, yellowish-green flower with a single white petal. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single white petal.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Biarum carratracense is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is not very frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Biarum carratracense

Biarum carratracense is native to the Mediterranean region.

Biarum carratracense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Biarum carratracense?

Biarum carratracense

What is the common name of Biarum carratracense?

Carratraca Cardamom

What is the natural habitat of Biarum carratracense?

It is native to Spain.

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

Pius Font i Quer (1888-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Font Quer' in the authors string.
Felix Haenseler (1766-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haens.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86231-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.