Biarum davisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turrill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 104: 437 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000339270
Common Names
- Davis' Biarum
- Davis' Arum
- Biarum Davisii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Biarum davisii (also called 'Davis' Biarum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. It grows in moist forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Biarum davisii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat abdominal pain, diarrhea, and vomiting. It is also used as an ingredient in some herbal teas and as a flavoring agent in food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Biarum davisii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Biarum davisii is a perennial herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Biarum davisii
Biarum davisii can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Biarum davisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Biarum davisii?
Biarum davisii
What is the common name of Biarum davisii?
Davis' arum
What is the origin of Biarum davisii?
Cyprus
Species in the Biarum genus
Biarum aleppicum, Biarum angustatum, Biarum auraniticum, Biarum bovei, Biarum carduchorum, Biarum carratracense, Biarum crispulum, Biarum davisii, Biarum dispar, Biarum ditschianum, Biarum eximium, Biarum fraasianum, Biarum kotschyi, Biarum mendax, Biarum olivieri, Biarum pyrami, Biarum rhopalospadix, Biarum straussii, Biarum syriacum, Biarum tenuifolium, Biarum marmarisense, Biarum cinarense, Biarum rifatii,
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
William Bertram Turrill (1890-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turrill' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86234-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.